Professional English Tutor for Open Door Program

Tidewater Community College; Portsmouth (VA); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 29 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The Open-Door Program at Tidewater Community College seeks an Education Support Specialist I to provide tutoring in English, Writing and Research, and to support students in developing independent learning strategies.

Hours are 10–18 per week, Mon–Fri, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. with occasional evenings/weekends. Candidates should have 60 credits with a B average and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have completed at least 60 credits of higher education with at least a “B” average or better in the content area or related subject area.
• The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Ability to adjust tutoring methods as needed to meet various learning styles.
• Ability to work well with staff, students, and faculty at the professional level.
• Ability to integrate effective study and learning strategies to maximize the student’s potential for academic progress.
• English/Writing/Research tutors should be proficient in research methods, APA and MLA citations, and standard undergraduate communications including but not limited to all major arguments, grammar, and public speaking.
• Proficient in basic computer usage (Microsoft Office, GoogleDocs, Zoom).

Responsabilités

• Tutor students in the specified disciplines and encourage students to develop a systemic approach to studying that will serve them in many courses.
• Participate in professional development offerings.
• Meet with Academic Skills Advisor and instructors to plan appropriate academic support for students.
• Refer students to appropriate campus resources as needed.
• Keep and maintain regular and accurate records of tutoring sessions using the appropriate forms.
• Reach out to students in the program and encourage them to come in for academic support.
• Perform other duties consistent with the position of Professional Tutor.

Connaissances

Effective communication

Diversity awareness

Tutoring adaptation

Team collaboration

Study strategies

Research methods

APA/MLA citations

Office/Docs/Zoom

Formation

60 credits with B average

Outils

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Zoom

Description du poste

Professional English Tutor for Open Door Program

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 Summary

• Working Title | Professional English Tutor for Open Door Program
• Role Title | Education Support Specialist I
• Role Code | 29142-SW
• FLSA | Nonexempt
• Pay Band | 02
• Position Number | 295W0836
• Agency | Tidewater Community College
• Division | Tidewater Community College (Div)
• Work Location | Portsmouth - 740
• Hiring Range | $15.18 per hour, part time
• EEO Category | 6-Administrative Support
• Full Time or Part Time | Part Time
• Telework options | No
• Bilingual or multilingual skill requirement | No
• Work Schedule | 10 to 18 hours per week to be scheduled Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
• Weekend and evening hours may be required | Yes
• Sensitive Position | No
• Emergency/Essential Personnel | No

Position Summary

The Open-Door Program is a federally funded Student Support Services/TRiO program that provides academic support to disadvantaged college students. Provide individual tutoring in English, Writing and Research, support using information technology applications, and integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.

Functional Responsibilities

• Tutor students in the specified disciplines and encourage students to develop a systemic approach to studying that will serve them in many courses.
• Participate in professional development offerings.
• Meet with Academic Skills Advisor and instructors to plan appropriate academic support for students.
• Refer students to appropriate campus resources as needed.
• Keep and maintain regular and accurate records of tutoring sessions using the appropriate forms.
• Reach out to students in the program and encourage them to come in for academic support.
• Perform other duties consistent with the position of Professional Tutor.

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.

Required Qualifications (KSA's)

• Candidates must have completed at least 60 credits of higher education with at least a “B” average or better in the content area or related subject area.
• The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Ability to adjust tutoring methods as needed to meet various learning styles.
• Ability to work well with staff, students, and faculty at the professional level.
• Ability to integrate effective study and learning strategies to maximize the student’s potential for academic progress.
• English/Writing/Research tutors should be proficient in research methods, APA and MLA citations, and standard undergraduate communications including but not limited to all major arguments, grammar, and public speaking.
• Proficient in basic computer usage (Microsoft Office, GoogleDocs, Zoom).

Additional Considerations

Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend hours, approximately 10-18 hours a week.

Other Information

• Operation of a State Vehicle | No
• Supervises Employees | No
• Required Travel | N/A

Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number | WGE_3498P
• Recruitment Type | General Public - G
• Number of Vacancies | 1
• Position End Date (if temporary) | (none)
• Job Open Date | 10/05/2026
• Job Close Date | 10/28/2026
• Open Until Filled | No
• Agency Website | TCC.EDU
• Contact Name | Lizette White
• Email | [e-mail]
• Phone Number | (none)
• 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.
• 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/101883

Supplemental Questions

1. * Are you willing to work at our Portsmouth campus?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. Alternative Hiring Process Letter

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