Math Tutor

ivytech; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial & Retirement Benefits

Educational Benefits

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College seeks a part-time math tutor to bridge gaps between instructors and students, offering small group and one-on-one support aligned with defined objectives.

Responsibilities include tutoring college algebra, finite mathematics, and calculus when possible, guiding Excel and related software use, and promoting study skills while maintaining reliable availability.

Qualifications

• Tutoring in college algebra and finite mathematics; calculus preferred when available.
• Strong communication and ability to work with diverse student body.
• Familiarity with software tools used in coursework (e.g., Excel).

Responsibilities

• Provide small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions.
• Define and monitor each student’s tutoring objectives and goals.
• Tutor college algebra, finite mathematics, and calculus when needed.
• Teach and support use of Excel and related software.
• Encourage development of study skills and college success techniques.
• Operate and troubleshoot basic computer hardware/software as needed.

Skills

College algebra

Finite

Calculus (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree or related experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

A math tutor at Ivy Tech Community College serves as a bridge between the instructor and the student, helping to close the gap in understanding and improve academic performance. Their role is both academic and supportive, and the justification for having one can be built on several key points.

• Maintain consistency in availability to provide small group and one-on-one tutoring services to meet the demands and needs of students.
• Define and follow through with each student on stated objectives and tutoring goals.
• Provides tutoring in college algebra, finite, and quantitative reasoning. Someone who can also tutor calculus is preferred.
• Teaches and assists students in the use of computer software as needed.
• Maintains, guides, and instructs students in the use of software programs, Microsoft Excel, and supplemental materials directly related to courses.
• Teaches and encourages all students to utilize study skills and other college success techniques.
• Operates computers, printers, and other hardware and business machines.
• Ability to work independently or in a team with other tutors.

Pay Rate $15.00/hour

12-15 hours per week

• Knowledge of content area being taught through prior course work or work experience.
• Possess excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with a diverse student body.

Preferred qualifications include a degree in a related area with previous tutoring or teaching experience.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.