Student, TRIO Tutor

Flathead Valley Community College; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Flathead Valley Community College is seeking dedicated students for academic tutoring positions at the Kalispell Campus. As a tutor, you will provide support through individual and group sessions while maintaining required documentation.

The ideal candidate is an enrolled FVCC student with a good GPA and strong communication skills. The role offers flexibility in scheduling up to 19 hours a week.

Qualifications

• Current FVCC student with good academic standing.
• Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous tutoring experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual and group academic tutoring to students.
• Assists students with study skills.
• Maintains accurate documentation relating to tutoring.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Customer service skills

Critical thinking

Leadership

Education

Enrolled FVCC student with a minimum of 6 credits

Job description

Department and Location of Job

TRIO, Student Support Center, Learning Resource Center 129, FVCC Kalispell Campus

Eligibility

Open to all current FVCC Students enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits per semester - Must have Instructor recommendation

Start Date

This position will start Fall Semester 2026

Length of Employment

Academic Calendar Year 2026/2027

Work Schedule

Flexible schedule between Monday and Saturday. This position may work up to 19 hours per week.

Dress Code

Business casual wear with appropriate coverage

Position Purpose/Role

Under minimum supervision, provides academic tutoring to support student success

Position Duties

• Provides individual and group academic tutoring to students;
• Assists students with study skill;
• Responsible for completing and maintaining accurate documentation relating to tutoring; documentation must be completed within required time period; and
• May perform other like duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current FVCC student enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits per semester;
• Must have a B grade or higher in the course offering tutor support;
• Must have content competency (as determined by instructor);
• Must possess academic integrity; and
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrate professionalism and strong customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous tutoring experience
• Availability to tutor for the academic year
• Group leadership experience

Student Skill Development

Communication skills, critical thinking, effective reasoning, leadership, organization, group facilitation, professionalism, customer service skills

Predicted Outcome

Practical competence, critical thinking, collaboration, communicating effectively, increased confidence, increased subject mastery, professionalism

Student Employment Guidelines

• Students must be enrolled in a minimum of six (6) credits for fall or spring semester to qualify for student employment.
• Students may not work beyond 19 hours per week during semester.
• Student workers shall be actively engaged; no use of cell phones (except in case of emergency) or social media.
• Student workers shall demonstrate a commitment to the job with adherence to work schedule, effective communication/interpersonal skills, and quality customer service skills to be a representative of FVCC.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FVCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is FVCC's policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran’s status, service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs, as required by federal and state laws.

Reasonable Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities

FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Assistance in Completing Application

Students who need assistance in applying for current job opportunities may contact Valerie Clement, Human Resources Partner, Recruitment, [e-mail] or 406-756-3985.