Lead Math Support Specialist

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Defered compensation plans

Parental leave

State employee discounts

Retirement program

Job summary

NOVA in Manassas is seeking a Lead Math Support Specialist to coordinate embedded tutoring for MDE and paired MTH courses, schedule math preparedness workshops, and supervise math support staff. The role supports student success and requires flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

The incumbent will work with math faculty to assess support needs, maintain schedules, and assist students with mathematics and class software, contributing to NOVA Brief feedback and campus initiatives.

Qualifications

• Significant knowledge of mathematics.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to work well with students from diverse backgrounds and education levels.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability and willingness to adapt to changes.
• Knowledge of a computer-based learning system.
• Knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide MDE students with embedded tutoring in the classroom.
• Provide MDE tutoring outside the classroom.
• Collaborate with campus math faculty to determine support needs.
• Maintain a schedule of MDE student support.
• Assist students with mathematics and course software.
• Develop and facilitate math preparedness workshops.
• Supervise part-time staff.
• Be available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Solicit input from employees for NOVA Brief.

Skills

Mathematics knowledge

Exceptional communication

Diversity/inclusion awareness

Organization

Adaptability

Computer-based learning system

MS Office

Multi-tasking

Tools

Learning management system

MS Office

Job description

Working Title: Lead Math Support Specialist. Role Title: Trainer Instructor I. Role Code: 29111-FP. FLSA: Nonexempt. Pay Band 03. Position Number: 28001043. Agency: Northern VA Community College Division NV280-Provost Manassas. Work Location: Manassas - 683. Hiring Range: $61,000/yr. Emergency/Essential Personnel: No. EEO Category: 5-Paraprofessionals. Full Time or Part Time: Full Time.

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

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

Work Schedule

Day, evening, weekend as needed.

Must be able to work flexible hours including evening and weekends.

General Description

Sensitive Position. No Job Description. Supports success in math through in class and out of class support of MDE courses, scheduling and facilitation of workshops supporting success in MDE and paired MTH courses; scheduling and facilitation of preparatory workshops for math success; supervision of math support staff; responsible for scheduling of embedded support; participates as a member of the math success team.

Duties and Tasks

• Provide MDE students with embedded tutoring support in the classroom.
• Provide MDE students with tutoring support outside of the classroom.
• Work closely with math faculty at the campus to determine MDE support needs.
• Maintain a schedule of MDE student support.
• Assist students with mathematics and software used in classes.
• Participate in the development and facilitation of math preparedness workshops.
• Supervise part-time P14 staff.
• Available to work flexible hours, depending on campus needs.
• Make regular requests from employees for updates and input on college decisions and share feedback with supervisors for inclusion in the NOVA Brief.

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.

KSAs

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Significant knowledge of mathematics
• Exceptional communication skills
• Ability to work well with students of diverse backgrounds and education levels
• Good organizational skills
• Ability and willingness to adapt to changes as needed
• Knowledge of a computer-based learning system
• Knowledge of MS Office
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting short-term priorities, and the ability to multi-task.

Minimum Work Experience

• Experience working in a tutoring center in a higher education setting
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Experience facilitating large and small events, meetings and workshops
• Customer service experience
• Supervising experience
• Must work flexible hours including evening and weekends is required.

Additional Considerations

• Completed most of the following listed courses: Calculus for Science and Engineering I,II,III; Applied Calculus intended for non-math intensive majors (e.g., Biology, Economics, Psychology); Differential Equations; Linear Algebra; Statistics to include data and multivariate analysis, statistical methodology and probability; Finite Mathematics; and Discrete Mathematics.

Operation of a State Vehicle: No. Supervises Employees: Yes. Required Travel: N/A.

Posting Number: CLS_4808P. Recruitment Type: General Public - G. Number of Vacancies: 1. Position End Date: (if temporary). Job Open Date: 10/14/2026. Job Close Date: 10/25/2026. Open Until Filled: No. Agency Website: www.nvcc.edu. Contact Name: . Email: . Phone Number: .

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 security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.

Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.

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.