Tutor - Tutoring Center

VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM

  • Albemarle, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • $16.87 Per Hour

Highlights

Their responsibilities are customized to suit the unique needs of their student(s), but typically involve helping students comprehend complex concepts; offering guidance on assignments, projects, and homework; and fostering confidence in the subject(s) they are studying. These tutors are embedded in assigned classes for the length of the class (7 weeks or 15 weeks) to support students both in and out of class, connect students to the Tutoring Center, host review sessions, and model good student behavior.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAlbemarle, VA

Description

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Tutor - Tutoring Center Role Title Education Support Assistant Role Code 29141-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band Position Number 282W0344 Agency Piedmont Virginia Community College Division Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Albemarle - 003 Hiring Range $16.87/hour Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 6-Administrative Support Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? 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.

Tutors embedded in classes may work until 9:00 pm if the assigned class requires and are expected to work in the class for its duration (7 weeks or 15 weeks).

This is a part-time role, non-benefitted, that should average 29 hours or less per week

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System whose main campus is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. This is home to the Charlottesville Historic Downtown Mall, The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, and the John Paul Jones Arena (JPJ). As a comprehensive community college, the College provides quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities for the residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. For more information, please visit: pvcc.edu

PVCC is known throughout the community and the Virginia Community College System for its exceptional faculty and staff, the quality of its programs and services, and the success of its students. PVCC seeks to attract, welcome, and retain individuals who reflect the communities we serve.

Position Title: Tutor, Embedded Tutor, & Academic Coach

Department: Academic Affairs-Tutoring Center

Employment type: Part-time (wage) 29 hours or less per week

Purpose: Tutors help students improve their academic performance and achieve their educational goals. They offer guidance and support in one or more of the following subject areas: mathematics, biological sciences, business, physical sciences, and technologies. They assist students in developing study skills, time management strategies, and other techniques that contribute to their academic success.

The Tutoring Center also hosts embedded tutors for Math 154 (Quantitative Reasoning), Math 161 (Precalculus), and Biology 141 (Anatomy and Physiology 1). These tutors are embedded in assigned classes for the length of the class (7 weeks or 15 weeks) to support students both in and out of class, connect students to the Tutoring Center, host review sessions, and model good student behavior.

Duties and Responsibilities:: Tutors may work with students either individually or in groups. Their responsibilities are customized to suit the unique needs of their student(s), but typically involve helping students comprehend complex concepts; offering guidance on assignments, projects, and homework; and fostering confidence in the subject(s) they are studying. Tutors may be embedded into specific courses to further support students in the classroom. Tutoring services also aid students in prioritizing tasks, preparing for exams, and setting goals. In addition, these services facilitate deep learning and equip students with the skills they need to achieve success both during and after their college years.

New personnel will complete tutor training and participate in ongoing professional development activities.

The Tutoring Center assists students in the following courses and subject areas:

  • 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 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

  • A passion for assisting others.
  • Excellent communication and active listening.
  • Strong active listening skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • A willingness to work with diverse populations.
  • A sense of responsibility, dependability, honesty, and maturity.
  • Outstanding academic achievement, particularly in the subject area(s) applicant intends to tutor.

Additional Considerations

  • Has sought academic coaching, tutoring, or both in their academic work.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

minimal

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number WGE_3506P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 5 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 10/09/2026 Job Close Date 01/17/2027 Open Until Filled Agency Website pvcc.edu Contact Name Human Resources Email humanresources@pvcc.edu Phone Number 434.961.6567 Special Instructions to Applicants

Hiring will be for the Spring 2027 semester

References & criminal background checks required.

Piedmont Virginia Community College is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.

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

Additional Information

Nondiscrimination & Sexual Harassment Notice

Piedmont Virginia Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, in its education programs, activities, or employment, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This applies to admissions, employment, and all aspects of college life.

For information on our Title IX Coordinator, nondiscrimination policy, grievance procedures, and how to report a concern, visit: Title IX Information | Piedmont Virginia Community College.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

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/

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.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/101991

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Alternative Hiring Process Letter

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