Professional Tutor for Open Door Project -Math

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Tidewater Community College is seeking a Professional Tutor for the Open Door Project - Math to provide tutoring services under the TRiO program. The role supports disadvantaged students with math instruction and study strategies.

Responsibilities include tutoring individuals and groups, coordinating with Academic Skills Advisor, and maintaining accurate tutoring records. Flexible schedule to fit 10–18 hours weekly, with some evenings or weekends likely.

Qualifications

• 60+ credits with a B average or better in the content area or related subject area.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• Ability to adapt tutoring methods to different learning styles.
• Ability to work well with staff, students, and faculty at a professional level.
• Ability to maintain accurate tutoring session records.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students in math across developmental to pre-calculus levels.
• Participate in professional development offerings.
• Meet with Academic Skills Advisor and instructors to plan academic support.
• Maintain regular records of tutoring sessions and student progress.

Skills

Math tutoring

Written & spoken communication

Adapt tutoring to diverse learners

Collaboration with staff & faculty

Time management

Education

60+ college credits with B average

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Working Title Professional Tutor for Open Door Project -Math Role Title Education Support Specialist I Role Code 29142-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 02 Position Number 295W0092 Agency Tidewater Community College Division Tidewater Community College (Div) Work Location Norfolk - 710 Hiring Range $15.18 per hour, part time Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 2-Professionals Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? 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. Hours vary due to student and class scheduling throughout the year. Some weekend and evening hours may be required.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

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 math, 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.

KSA's/Required 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.
• Math tutors should be proficient in math concepts from developmental mathematics to pre-calculus, including trigonometry.

Additional Considerations

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

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

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.

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.

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.