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Blue Ridge Community College is seeking a part-time Writing Tutor to provide high-quality tutoring in both virtual and in-person formats. The role supports students in the Shenandoah Valley and requires flexible scheduling, including 1:00–6:00 Monday–Thursday shifts.
The position is limited to 1500 hours per year and offers no benefits. Responsibilities include one-to-one or small group tutoring, record keeping, and assisting with library coverage.
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Job Description Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) is committed to accelerating opportunities through the power of education. Our success is rooted in a shared dedication to excellence, ethical behavior, empowerment, and a culture of care. BRCC has been consistently recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For, reflecting our supportive, inclusive, and mission driven workplace. By joining BRCC, you become part of a community focused on equipping students, alumni, and employees with the knowledge and experience needed to transform themselves, our community, and the world. If you are passionate about education and inspired by meaningful work, BRCC offers a place where your talents and values can thrive.
Blue Ridge Community College is recruiting for a Writing Tutor. This is an approximate 20-hour per week position. This is a part-time wage position, limited to 1500 hours within a 12-month period, with no benefits. There is potential eligibility for educational assistance for BRCC classes and job-related training and/or certifications.
Provide one-to-one, small group, and/or classroom tutoring services of exceptional quality on a walk-in or scheduled basis Integrate effective study and learning strategies, added to subject-area instruction Exhibit a positive attitude toward student efforts, and provide consistent feedback to students on progress Maintain accurate records of individual and group tutoring sessions Protect student confidentiality, at all times Provide coverage to the library circulation desk as needed
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.
Final grade of B or higher from an accredited college or university in the class to be tutored Ability to effectively conduct tutoring sessions, both virtually and in person Dependability and responsiveness Desire to help students and to maximize their potential for academic progress Highest level of professionalism Ability to be creative in learning methodology Understanding and empathetic to student challenges
Experience with Zoom or another video conferencing platform Tutoring or teaching experience Customer service experience Experience in an academic environment Familiarity with EAB Navigate Related experience, education or training
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In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
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.
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/100357
Phone: (877) 340-5577
Email: ats@ssc.vccs.edu