Professional Tutor for Open Door Program- Science

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Tidewater Community College is seeking a Professional Tutor for the Open-Door Program in Science. The role supports disadvantaged students with individual and group tutoring, integrating study strategies and IT tools to foster independent learning.

Candidate must have completed 60 credits with a B average, and demonstrate strong communication, diverse-student engagement, and research-lab knowledge. Part-time, with evening/weekend hours preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least 60 credits of higher education with a B average or better in the content area or related subject area.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Ability to adjust tutoring methods to meet learning styles.
• Ability to work well with staff, students, and faculty.
• Ability to apply effective study and learning strategies for student progress.
• Strong skills in research methods and general laboratory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students in scientific disciplines as part of the Open-Door Program.
• Attend professional development offerings and collaborate with campus resources.
• Meet with Academic Skills Advisor and instructors to plan academic support.
• Refer students to campus resources as needed.
• Keep regular and accurate tutoring session records and encourage student participation.
• Perform other duties consistent with a Professional Tutor role.

Skills

Communication

Diversity awareness

Tutoring adjustments

Staff collaboration

Study strategies

Research methods

Education

60 credits completed

Job description

Title: Professional Tutor for Open Door Program- Science

Agency: Tidewater Community College

Location: Portsmouth - 740

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: $15.18 per hour, part time

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Additional Detail

Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

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 and group tutoring in scientific subjects, support using information technology applications and integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.

• 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.

Minimum 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.
• Applicants must have strong skills in research methods and general laboratory knowledge.

Additional Considerations:

• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend hours, approximately 10-18 hours a week preferred
• It is preferred that science tutors be proficient in a combination of Biology and Anatomy & Physiology. While knowledge of Chemistry, or Physics will also be considered.