Tutor - Tutoring Center

Virginia's Community College System; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 19,173 - 27,307; Part time

Job summary

Virginia's Community College System is looking for a Tutor at the Tutoring Center to assist students in various subject areas, including mathematics and sciences. This part-time role requires a passion for education and strong communication skills.

Tutors will provide individualized and group support, fostering student success and confidence. The position offers flexible hours, averaging 29 hours per week, aiding students in achieving their educational goals.

Qualifications

• A passion for assisting others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Help students improve academic performance.
• Develop study skills and time-management strategies.
• Assist students inside and outside the classroom.

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening skills

Confidentiality

Diversity awareness

Dependability

Education

Outstanding academic achievement in subject areas

Job description

Tutor - Tutoring Center

Title & Details:

• Working Title: Tutor - Tutoring Center
• Role Title: Education Support Assistant
• Role Code: 29141-SW
• Position Number: 282W0223
• Agency: Piedmont Virginia Community College
• Division: Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div)
• Work Location: Albemarle - 003
• Hiring Range: $16.87/hour
• Full Time or Part Time: Part Time
• Work Schedule: Flexibility to work within the hours of the Tutoring Center—Monday through Thursday: 9:00am to 7:00pm, Friday: 9:00am to 2:00pm. Part‑time, non‑benefitted, averaging 29 hours or less per week.

Institution Overview: Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a nonresidential two‑year institution of higher education serving Central Virginia, including the City of Charlottesville and surrounding counties. The PVCC campus is located in Albemarle County, Virginia, with additional locations at the Eugene Giuseppe Center, Jefferson School Center, and regional high‑school sites.

Position Title & Department

Title: Tutor and/or Embedded Tutor

Department: Academic Affairs—Tutoring Center

Purpose

Tutors help students improve academic performance and achieve educational goals. They offer guidance and support in one or more subject areas: mathematics, biological sciences, business, physical sciences, and technologies. Tutor responsibilities include developing study skills, time‑management strategies, and other techniques that contribute to academic success. Embedded tutors support specific courses (e.g., Math 154, Math 161) during the class period to assist students both inside and outside the classroom.

Duties and Responsibilities

Tutors may work with students individually or in groups, customizing support to meet unique needs. Responsibilities typically include helping students comprehend complex concepts, offering guidance on assignments, projects, and homework, fostering confidence, and assisting with task prioritization, exam preparation, and goal setting. Tutors will complete training and engage in ongoing professional development.

Courses Assisted

• ACC 211, 212; BIO 101, 102, 106, 141, 142, 150; CHM 101, 102, 111, 112, 241, 242, 260; CSC 110, 201, 202; ECO 201, 202; ITE 100, 119, 120; MDE 010, 060; MTH 130, 131, 154, 155, 161, 162, 167, 180, 245, 261, 263, 264, 265, 266, 267, 288; NAS 2; NSG 106 (dosage calculations only); PHY 100, 201, 202, 241, 242; Embedded tutoring program.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform additional duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government during an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Qualifications (KSA's/Required)

A passion for assisting others; excellent communication and active listening skills; ability to maintain confidentiality; willingness to work with diverse populations; sense of responsibility, dependability, honesty, and maturity; outstanding academic achievement in the subject area(s) to be tutored.

Additional Considerations: Has sought tutoring in their academic work.

Travel & Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle: No

Required Travel: Minimal

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.