Science Tutor — Open Door Support for Underserved Students

Virginia Community Colleges; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Tidewater Community College seeks a Professional Tutor for the Open Door Program—Science at its Portsmouth campus. The role supports disadvantaged students, provides individual and group tutoring in science, and helps develop independent learning strategies.

Work is part-time (10–18 hours weekly) with a schedule Mon–Fri 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., some evenings/weekends may be required. Training and professional development are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least 60 credits with a B average or better in the content area.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Ability to adjust tutoring methods 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 progress.
• Applicants must have strong skills in research methods and general laboratory knowledge.

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.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Diversity sensitivity

Tutoring methods

Student collaboration

Study strategies

Research methods

Laboratory knowledge

Education

60 credits with B average in content area

Job description

Tidewater Community College seeks a Professional Tutor for the Open Door Program—Science at its Portsmouth campus. The role supports disadvantaged students, provides individual and group tutoring in science, and helps develop independent learning strategies.

Work is part-time (10–18 hours weekly) with a schedule Mon–Fri 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., some evenings/weekends may be required. Training and professional development are provided.