Biology Tutor (Admin and Office Spec II)
Virginia Community Colleges
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Job summary
Laurel Ridge Community College seeks tutors for Biology and College Writing/Academic Success Skills. The role is on-site, with hours set for tutoring, walk-ins, and appointment-based sessions both in person and online.
Some subjects may involve embedded tutoring within courses, requiring class attendance and additional study sessions. Applicants should be available to provide high-quality one-to-one, small-group, or classroom support, and to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all
Qualifications
- KSA: tutoring experience preferred
- Ability to tutor in multiple formats (one-to-one, walk-in, small-group)
- Effective communication and professionalism
Responsibilities
- Provide tutoring in Biology and College Writing/Academic Success Skills
- Maintain records of tutoring sessions and attendees
- Offer embedded tutoring in Laurel Ridge courses when assigned
- Support student progress with constructive feedback and study strategies
- Attend assigned hours for in-person and online tutoring, including walk-ins
Job description
Working Title
Working Title Tutor (Admin and Office Spec II)
Role Title Admin and Office Spec II
Role Code 19012-SW
FLSA Nonexempt
Pay Band 02
Position Number 298W0463
Agency Laurel Ridge Community College
Division Laurel Ridge Community College (Div)
Hiring Range The hiring range is indicated in the pay schedule listed in the job description.
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category 6-Administrative Support
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
-Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
These positions are hourly wage and do not guarantee a certain number of hours per week. The incumbent/s will be working on an as-needed basis; however, all tutors will have assigned hours to be present for tutoring and will have expected hours of availability for walk-in traffic at campus and for appointment-based tutoring in-person and online via video.
Sensitive Position No
Laurel Ridge Community College is seeking tutors in the following subjects:
- Biology (physical sciences), to include general biology, microbiology, and A&P
- College Writing and Academic Success Skills
The incumbent will be working on an as-needed basis; however, all tutors will have assigned hours to be present for tutoring and will have expected hours of availability for walk-in traffic at the campuses and for appointment-based tutoring in-person and online via video. Additionally, Tutors in some subject areas may be assigned to a Laurel Ridge course as an embedded tutor, which requires the tutor to attend class, in person or virtually, and to provide additional group study opportunities in person and virtually.
Provide quality scheduled one-to-one, walk-in, small-group, or classroom tutoring services to students of Laurel Ridge Community College based on a comprehensive understanding of concepts and information in subject areas to be tutored.
Integrate effective study and learning strategies to maximize students potential for academic progress.
Maintain accurate records of individual and group tutoring sessions and all attendees.
Give consistent feedback to students on achieved progress; exhibit positive regard for student.
Uphold high levels of professionalism and student confidentiality at all times.
Tutor postings are on a continuous basis, and is driven by student demand. Applicants will be contacted on an as needed basis.
Laurel Ridge Tutor Scale effective July 25, 2025:
Student/Peer: $17.84/hour
Bachelor’s: $21.94/hour
Master’s: $27.42/hour
Doctoral: $32.91/hour
The position is part time and as such cannot exceed 29 hours per week and is not eligible for health or leave benefits. However, the position may offer educational benefits through our professional development and educational assistance policies.
Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email eeo@laurelridge.edu for further information.
Sponsorship of an employee’s work authorization takes time and requires an ongoing financial investment. Therefore, Laurel Ridge Community College does not have funding to sponsor potential employees in the US on a work visa and F-1 post-completion Optional Practical Training ( OPT ). We consistently follow this funding model to ensure our practices are not discriminatory. Exceptions would require approval from the college president.
Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment. Know your rights!
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.
- Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher.
- Able to be present for tutoring either in-person or online during expected hours of availability, including spontaneous tutoring for walk-in traffic at the campus.
- Final grade of “A” or “B” in desired course(s) to tutor from an accredited college or university.
- Completion of a minimum of 12 college or university credits.
- Experience in tutoring, may be peer tutoring in an educational setting or individual tutoring in a professional setting preferred.
- Laurel Ridge faculty recommendation for each desired course to tutor preferred.
- Documented evidence of tutoring/instructional experience in an academic setting and transcripts demonstrating successful completion of each course preferred.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees Yes
Travel as per any required duties of the position, such as to sites/campuses and any training. Ability to cover assignments throughout the college service region as necessary for the job is required.
Posting Number WGE_3508P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 10/12/2026
Job Close Date 01/31/2027
Agency Website
Contact Name Kris Iden
Phone Number
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/
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.
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.
VCCSuses 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.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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