Math Center Educational Specialist

Program; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

MCC's Elkhorn Valley Campus in Omaha is seeking a Math Center Tutor. The role involves facilitating the Math Center, assisting students with math coursework, and supporting faculty with computer‑aided instruction.

The candidate should be adaptable to diverse learning styles and provide instructional help as needed in math. We require college-level tutoring experience, knowledge of basic mathematics through Calculus, and strong computer skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Math, Education, or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience.
• Must pass background check.
• College-level tutoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership for the Math Center.
• Offers informal academic assistance to students in math coursework.
• Assists students, faculty and staff in using college software and computer‑aided instruction.
• Conducts workshops in math skills, study strategies and learning technologies.
• Assists students in recognizing and applying study skills.
• Promotes LSS services through classroom visits and outreach.
• Checks and schedules maintenance of computer stations and software applications.
• Attends work and functions as scheduled.

Skills

Mathematics knowledge

Computer skills

Learning support skills

Adult education awareness

Software & hardware literacy

Communication & diplomacy

Multicultural interaction

Task prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Math or related field

1 year of related experience

Tools

College software programs

Job description

Classification

Regular

Minimum Pay

$22.70

Compensation will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Facilitates Math Center activities and interface with math faculty to assess students’ learning needs; assist students with required Math coursework; provide instructional assistance as needed in math; support faculty, staff and students in the use of microcomputers and computer aided instruction; maintain computer hardware and software.

We are seeking a professional who possesses college-level tutoring experience who is adaptable to the variety of learning styles students may have and can be flexible with their approach to meet the needs of our students.

This announcement is live through October 19, 2026, at 11:59pm and will no longer be available October 20, 2026.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

• Provides leadership for the Math Center.
• Provides informal academic assistance to students in coursework related to the skills of mathematics and applications as related to other subjects.
• Assists students, faculty and staff in using college software programs and computer‑aided instruction.
• Conducts workshops in math skills, study strategies and in the use of computer software and learning technologies.
• Assists students in recognizing, developing and applying appropriate study/learning strategies and skills.
• Promotes LSS services through classroom visits and personal contacts with faculty, staff and students.
• Checks and schedules maintenance of computer stations and software applications
• Consistently and dependably attends work, activities and functions as scheduled or assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Monday - Friday, 40 hours between 8am-6pm

On‑premise position located at the Elkhorn Valley Campus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of basic mathematics through Calculus level. Knowledge of statistics preferred.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of learning assistance techniques and study skills
• Knowledge of adult learners’ specific educational needs.
• Ability to learn and understand a wide variety of software, hardware and network equipment.
• Ability to communicate and exercise tact, diplomacy and sound judgment in stressful situations, showing area‑wide leadership.
• Ability to communicate with individuals with diverse social and academic backgrounds, learning styles and capabilities.
• Ability to promote and maintain initiative and acceptance of responsibility.
• Ability to work well independently.
• Ability to exhibit professionalism and understanding in stressful situations.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and 10 pounds constantly.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, walk, push, lift, and reach.
• Ability to effectively work and interact with various cultures and ethnicities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Math, Education, or related field.
• One (1) year of job‑related work experience
• Equivalent combination of education and/or job‑related work experience considered.
• Must pass background check.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Metropolitan Community College recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable the candidate to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations