Math Support Specialist

Virginia Community Colleges

Alexandria (VA)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 60,000

Full time

24 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid leave

Deferred compensation

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Retirement plan

Job summary

NOVA is seeking a Math Support Specialist to assist students in MDE and paired MTH courses, offering embedded tutoring in-class and workshops to boost math success.

The role collaborates with the math success team, telework after probation, and requires strong communication, adaptability, and a passion for helping diverse learners in a high-ed setting. In-person work in Virginia is expected.

Qualifications

Ability to work well with students from diverse backgrounds and education levels.
Exceptional communication skills.
Ability to adapt to changes as needed.
Knowledge of a wide range of math coursework taught in higher education.
Ability to meet with students to clarify learning problems and work on study skills.
Willingness to learn unfamiliar applications.
Patience and ability to explain math concepts in different ways.
Experience with computer-based learning system.
Experience working in a tutoring center in a higher education setting.
Teaching or tutoring experience in higher education Mathematics or in a Math Lab setting.

Responsibilities

Provide MDE students with embedded tutoring support in the classroom.
Provide MDE students with tutoring support outside 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.

Skills

Diversity sensitivity

Communication skills

Adaptability

Math knowledge

Student coaching

Computer skills

Math anxiety relief

E-learning systems

Tutoring in higher ed

Mathematics tutoring

Tools

MS Office

Computer-based learning systems

Job description

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Math Support Specialist

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 28001039

Agency

Agency Northern VA Community College

Division

Work Location

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $50,000 - $60,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

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

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
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
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

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees Yes

Required Travel

N/A

Posting Number

Posting Number CLS_4666P

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 08/19/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 09/13/2026

Open Until Filled No

Agency Website

Agency Website www.nvcc.edu

Contact Name

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 .

comprehensive health and dental insurance program
generous paid leave
deferred compensation plans
paid parental leave
state employee discounts
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 .

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

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.

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 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