CONTENT TUTOR – DENTAL ASSISTING

Virginia Community Colleges; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 22,042,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVA is seeking a Content Tutor – Dental Assistant to support students across healthcare subjects, including math, sciences, and writing, through structured tutoring and study skill development. The role collaborates with the ASC Manager and faculty to form targeted study groups and provide access to resources and software tools.

The candidate should have prior tutoring and dental assisting experience, plus a credential in dental assisting or related health science field and CDA certification,

Qualifications

• Communication and written skills required for tutoring and coordination.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs for documentation.
• Ability to assist undergraduate learners with course content.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with diverse students.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring assistance to students as needed.
• Assist ASC Manager in forming specialized study groups as needed.
• Assign software programs to assist students in various academic programs.
• Distribute information leading to academic improvement.
• Consult with faculty regarding center’s resources.
• Research current list of useful Internet resources for student and faculty use.
• Work closely with Tutoring Services Coordinator and faculty to provide optimal services.
• Provide tutoring services orientation for any willing faculty member.

Skills

Communication and written skills

Microsoft Office

Assist undergraduate learners

Fast-paced environment

Education

Credential in dental assisting or health science

Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title CONTENT TUTOR – DENTAL ASSISTING

Role Title

Role Title Trainer Instructor I

Role Code

Role Code 29111-FP

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 03

Position Number

Position Number 280W1567

Agency

Agency Northern VA Community College

Division

Division NV280-Provost Medical Educ Ctr

Work Location

Work Location Fairfax County - 059

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $19/hr

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

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?

Work Schedule

Varied: Monday – Thursday (10:00 am to 7:00 pm), Friday (8:30 am to 12:30 pm), occasional evenings and weekend as needed and in coordination with supervisor

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

General Description:The Content Tutor: Dental Assistant cooperatively assist students with various healthcare subjects including but not limited to math, sciences, and writing (as feasible) through instruction and implementing study skills.

Duties and Tasks:

• Provide tutoring assistance to students as needed
• Assist ASC Manager in forming specialized study groups as need arises
• Assign software programs to assist students in various academic programs
• Distribute information leading to academic improvement
• Consult with faculty regarding center’s resources
• Research current list of useful Internet resources for student and faculty use
• Work closely with Tutoring Services Coordinator, academic discipline faculty and staff, and Student Services faculty and staff to provide optimal services to students
• Provide tutoring services orientation for any willing faculty member

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

Required KSAs:

• Communication and written skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to assist undergraduate learners with course content
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a diverse student population.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience with one‑on‑one and group tutoring
• Experience as a Dental Assistant

Additional Considerations

Additional Considerations:

• Tutoring and/or teaching experience of dental assisting curricula
• Earned credential (certificate) in dental assisting or related health science field
• Certification as a Certified Dental Assistant ( CDA )

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

n/a

Posting Number

Posting Number WGE_3384P

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/21/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 09/04/2026

Agency Website

Agency Website www.nvcc.edu

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College ( NOVA ) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA , we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA . To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College .

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu .

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

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 (*).

• * I understand that only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications and only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my application and resume will be credited.
  • Yes
  • No
• * I understand that this position is not telework eligible and I will be required to attend work in-person.
  • Yes
  • No
• * I understand this position is located in Virginia and I will be required to reside in the DMV metro area.
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you applying for this position to satisfy an OPT training requirement for your educational program?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience as a Dental Assistant?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience with one-on-one and/or group tutoring?
  • Yes
  • No