Math Support Specialist

Northern Virginia Community College

Alexandria (VA)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 60,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

NOVA is seeking a Math Support Specialist to help students succeed in mathematics through in-class and out-of-class tutoring, workshops, and collaboration with the math success team. The role focuses on supporting MDE courses and facilitating math preparedness workshops at the Alexandria campus.

Responsibilities include embedded tutoring, tutoring outside class, and assisting students with Excel and math software. Telework is optional after probation, with a schedule Monday-Saturday as needed.

Qualifications

Ability to work with students of diverse backgrounds and education levels.
Exceptional communication skills.
Good organizational skills.
Ability to adapt to changes as needed.
Knowledge of a wide range of math coursework in higher education.
Assist students in improving academic achievement and study skills.
Willingness to learn unfamiliar applications and use technology to support instruction.
Patience and ability to explain math concepts in different ways.

Responsibilities

Provide embedded tutoring support in the classroom for MDE students.
Offer tutoring outside the classroom for MDE students.
Assist students with mathematics and software used in classes.
Develop and facilitate math preparedness workshops.
Meet regularly with math leadership to determine support needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Diversity awareness

Organization

Adaptability

Mathematics knowledge

Student support

Patience

Explain concepts

Tools

MS Office

Excel

ALEKS

MyMathLab

Canvas

Job description

Math Support Specialist

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 Details

Working Title | Math Support Specialist
Role Title | Trainer Instructor I
Role Code | 29111-FP
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 03
Position Number | 28001039
Agency | Northern VA Community College
Division | NV280-Provost Alexandria
Work Location | Alexandria - 510
Hiring Range | $50,000 - $60,000
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- |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? |
Work Schedule | Monday-Saturday; Day, evening, weekend as needed.
Sensitive Position | No

Job Description

General Description: This position supports student success in math through in class and out of class support of MDE (Mathematics Direct Enrollment) courses; facilitation of workshops supporting success in MDE (Mathematics Direct Enrollment) and paired MTH (Mathematics) courses. This position will be responsible for the facilitation of preparatory workshops for math success and participates as a member of the math success team.

*This position is eligible for telework after completion of state one-year probationary period. *

Duties and Tasks:

Provide MDE students with embedded tutoring support in the classroom.
Provide MDE students with tutoring support outside of the classroom.
Assist students with mathematics and software used in classes.
Participate in the development and facilitation of math preparedness workshops.
Meet regularly with the campus math associate dean, math faculty, math support specialist lead and MDE faculty to determine support needs and adjustments.
Suggest improvements to embedded support, out of class support, workshops, and other support.
Provide support to students needing assistance with technology used in Math courses such as Excel, ALEKS, MyMathLab, as a complement to MDE support.
Stay up to date on current math software used in MDE courses.
Seek assistance from appropriate tech support when problems arise.
Contact local tech support to upgrade local software as needed.

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

KSAs:

Ability to work well with students of diverse backgrounds and education levels
Exceptional communication skills
Good Organization skills
Ability to adapt to changes as needed
Knowledge of a wide range of math coursework taught in higher education
Must have the ability to assist student in improving academic achievements by meeting with them as needed to clarify learning problems and work on study skills
Must have some computer skills and be willing to learn unfamiliar applications
Patience, ability to diffuse math anxiety and ability to explain math concepts in different ways to math students

Minimum Work Experience: Experience with computer-based learning system. Experience working in a tutoring center in a higher education setting. Teaching and/or tutoring experience in higher education level Mathematics or in a Math Lab setting.

Additional Considerations: Experience working in a college setting Experience in MS Office

Operation of a State Vehicle: No

Supervises Employees: Yes

Required Travel: N/A

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number | CLS_4666P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 08/19/2026
Job Close Date | 09/13/2026
Open Until Filled | No
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 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.

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/100062

Supplemental Questions

* 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 have experience with computer-based learning system ?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have experience working in a tutoring center in a higher education setting ?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have teaching and/or tutoring experience in higher education level Mathematics or in a Math Lab setting ?
- Yes
- No
* Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa?
- Yes
- No
* Are you applying for this position to satisfy an OPT training requirement for your educational program?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have experience providing tutoring, instructional, or academic support in mathematics and/or MDE (Developmental Mathematics) courses?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have experience working with students at different mathematics skill levels and from diverse educational backgrounds?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have experience using technology or instructional platforms such as ALEKS, MyLab, Canvas, Excel, or similar systems to support mathematics instruction or tutoring?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have experience developing or facilitating mathematics workshops, tutoring sessions, or other mathematics student‑success activities?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have experience providing embedded or in-class mathematics support in collaboration with faculty?
- Yes
- No