Academic Tutor in English & Humanities, MARC, Learning Resources Division

Virginia Highlands Community College; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site MARC program support

Job summary

Virginia Highlands Community College seeks an Academic Tutor in English & Humanities for MARC, Learning Resources Division. This on-site role supports students enrolled in various subjects, assists faculty and staff, and helps run MARC programs.

The position requires tutoring experience, a B grade in the subjects, and flexibility to work evenings or weekends. Candidates should be detail-oriented, customer-service minded, and proficient in MLA/APA citation and basic AI tools.

Qualifications

• Grade of no less than B in the desired subject; no C, D, F, W, or I.
• Prior tutoring/teaching/student support experience.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes 29 hours per week.
• Detail oriented.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership qualities to manage sessions with students.
• Computer skills including working knowledge of AI and Large Language Models, and citation formatting (MLA/APA), as well as Microsoft Office and Google Docs.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in MARC in English, basic math to Calculus II, chemistry, biology, anatomy & physiology.
• Direct students to MARC coordinator to book tutoring appointments.
• Check students in and maintain session records.
• Maintain confidentiality and FERPA compliance.
• Sign in students and assist with MARC programming/events.
• Keep MARC/LRC spaces organized and tidy.
• Answer Teams calls and respond to questions promptly.

Skills

Tutoring/teaching experience

Flexible schedule (29 hours/week)

Detail oriented

Strong communication & interpersonal

Leadership in sessions

AI & Large Language Models knowledge

Citation formatting MLA/APA

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office programs

Google Docs

AI & LLM tools

Job description

Academic Tutor in English & Humanities, MARC, Learning Resources Division

Posting Details

Working Title Academic Tutor in English & Humanities, MARC, Learning Resources Division

Role Title Education Support Specialist I

Role Code 29142-SW

FLSA Nonexempt

Pay Band 03

Position Number 296W0018

Agency Virginia Highlands Community College

Division Virginia Highlands Community College (Div)

Work Location Washington - 191

Hiring Range $14-$20 hour

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category 6-Administrative Support

Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No

Work Schedule Schedule may include evenings and weekends.

Sensitive Position No

Job Description Virginia Highlands Community College serves our community by providing quality and affordable education, training, and cultural activities through an array of flexible, diverse programs that enable community members to succeed today and in the future. Job Description: To provide tutoring services for students currently enrolled in classes at the college, and to address general needs of the college. Assist faculty, staff, students and visitors while at Virginia Highlands Community College. Provide administrative, outreach, and clerical support to the MARC and the library as needed. Greets students, faculty, staff and visitors upon entry into the MARC Assists students who need academic support in the MARC in approved subject area(s) (where the tutor has earned a B or better) in the following subjects: English, basic math up to Calculus II, chemistry, biology, anatomy & physiology, citation in MLA and/or APA , basic ITE coursework, and any other subjects the tutor may specialize in. Direct students, faculty, and staff to the MARC coordinator to make tutoring appointments, and assist in making appointments as needed Check students in upon arrival and maintain records of sessions upon beginning any/all tutoring Promptly and politely serve patrons, students, faculty, and staff in the MARC and elsewhere in the LRC and on campus as needed Promptly and politely answer Teams calls and respond to questions, refer, and/or transfer the call as appropriate Assist with receipt of new materials when needed. Duties may include unpacking large and small boxes and carrying materials to shelves. Maintain confidentiality when assisting students and abide by all FERPA regulations Sign in students upon beginning any/all tutoring Assist the MARC coordinator with programming/events Maintain the physical area of the MARC by organizing and tidying the space Assist the LRC staff as needed. Other duties as assigned Maintain customer service mentality: Communicate well Use good interpersonal and telephone skills Maintain attention to detail and careful work Maintain reliability and punctuality Self-starter who has a heart to help students Maintain professionalism and kindness when communicating with/assisting students, faculty, staff and patrons This is not a remote position. The vacancy is for two on‑site roles.

• Greets students, faculty, staff and visitors upon entry into the MARC
• Assists students who need academic support in the MARC in approved subject area(s) (where the tutor has earned a B or better) in the following subjects: English, basic math up to Calculus II, chemistry, biology, anatomy & physiology, citation in MLA and/or APA , basic ITE coursework, and any other subjects the tutor may specialize in.
• Direct students, faculty, and staff to the MARC coordinator to make tutoring appointments, and assist in making appointments as needed
• Check students in upon arrival and maintain records of sessions upon beginning any/all tutoring
• Promptly and politely serve patrons, students, faculty, and staff in the MARC and elsewhere in the LRC and on campus as needed
• Promptly and politely answer Teams calls and respond to questions, refer, and/or transfer the call as appropriate
• Assist with receipt of new materials when needed. Duties may include unpacking large and small boxes and carrying materials to shelves.
• Maintain confidentiality when assisting students and abide by all FERPA regulations
• Sign in students upon beginning any/all tutoring
• Assist the MARC coordinator with programming/events
• Maintain the physical area of the MARC by organizing and tidying the space
• Assist the LRC staff as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Maintain customer service mentality:

• Communicate well
• Use good interpersonal and telephone skills
• Maintain attention to detail and careful work
• Maintain reliability and punctuality
• Self-starter who has a heart to help students
• Maintain professionalism and kindness when communicating with/assisting students, faculty, staff and patrons

This is not a remote position. The vacancy is for two on‑site roles.

Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications Grade of no less than B in the desired subject (no C, D, F, W, I) Prior tutoring/teaching/student support experience Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes 29 hours per week Detail oriented Strong communication and interpersonal skills Leadership qualities that help the tutor be on task and in charge during sessions with students Computer skills including working knowledge of AI and Large Language Models, working knowledge of citation formatting and conventions (including MLA and APA ), including Microsoft Office programs and Google docs.

• Prior tutoring/teaching/student support experience
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes 29 hours per week
• Detail oriented
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership qualities that help the tutor be on task and in charge during sessions with students
• Computer skills including working knowledge of AI and Large Language Models, working knowledge of citation formatting and conventions (including MLA and APA ), including Microsoft Office programs and Google docs.

Additional Considerations Bachelor’s degree preferred Work experience in community colleges or other higher education settings preferred but not required. Ability to tutor in multiple disciplines

• Work experience in community colleges or other higher education settings preferred but not required.
• Ability to tutor in multiple disciplines

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel No

Posting Number WGE_3467P

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies 2

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date 09/22/2026

Job Close Date 10/07/2026

Open Until Filled No

Agency Website www.vhcc.edu

Contact Name Tiffany VanBuren

Email [e-mail]

Phone Number 276-739-2425

Background Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/101521