CONTENT TUTOR – PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Northern Virginia Community College; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

NOVA is seeking a part-time Content Tutor for Physical Therapy Assistant topics at Fairfax County, VA. The role supports students with math, science and writing, forming study groups and coordinating tutoring resources through the ASC Manager and faculty partners.

The position emphasizes customer service, strong communication, and ability to work in a fast-paced, diverse environment. It may involve coordinating with staff to enhance student success while remaining part-time and non-telework

Qualifications

• Customer service and written communication skills required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to analyze information.
• Experience tutoring individuals or groups in academic settings.
• Undergraduate learner support and ability to work with diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring assistance to students as needed.
• Assist in forming specialized study groups and assigning software resources.
• Distribute information to support academic improvement.
• Consult with faculty on center resources and available tools.
• Collaborate with staff to provide optimal tutoring services.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Tutoring

Diversity awareness

Education

Tutor experience

PTA experience

Job description

CONTENT TUTOR – PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

• Working Title | CONTENT TUTOR – PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT
• Role Title | Trainer Instructor I
• Role Code | 29111-FP
• FLSA | Nonexempt
• Pay Band | 03
• Position Number | 280W2508
• Agency | Northern VA Community College
• Division | NV280-Provost Medical Educ Ctr
• Work Location | Fairfax County - 059
• Hiring Range | $19/hr
• Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
• EEO Category | 5-Paraprofessionals
• Full Time or Part Time | Part Time
• Does this position have telework options | 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)
• Sensitive Position | No

Job Description

General Description: The Content Tutor: Physical Therapy 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.

• 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: Customer service skills Communication and written skills Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs Analyzing skills 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/or group tutoring Experience as a physical therapist assistant
• Additional Considerations: Completion of an accredited Physical Therapy (DPT) program Successful passing score of a licensing examination
• Operation of a State Vehicle | No
• Supervises Employees | No
• Required Travel | n/a

Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number | WGE_3388P
• Recruitment Type | General Public - G
• Number of Vacancies | 1
• Position End Date (if temporary) |
• Job Open Date | 08/21/2026
• Job Close Date | 09/04/2026
• Open Until Filled |
• 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 www.nvcc.edu. The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.

• comprehensive health and dental insurance program
• generous paid leave
• deferred compensation plans
• paid parental leave
• state employee discounts
• solid and secure retirement program

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/100212

Supplemental Questions

1. * 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
2. * I understand that this position is not telework eligible and I will be required to attend work in-person.
   • Yes
   • No
3. * I understand this position is located in Virginia and I will be required to reside in the DMV metro area.
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Are you applying for this position to satisfy an OPT training requirement for your educational program?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have experience with one-on-one and/or group tutoring?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Do you have experience as a physical therapist assistant?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Other Document
3. Alternative Hiring Process Letter

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