Professional Tutor Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title
Professional Tutor for Open Door Project -Math
Role Title
Education Support Specialist I
Role Code
29142-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
02
Position Number
295W0092
Agency
Tidewater Community College
Division
Tidewater Community College (Div)
Work Location
Norfolk - 710
Hiring Range
$15.18 per hour, part time
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
2-Professionals
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
10 to 18 hours per week to be scheduled Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Hours vary due to student and class scheduling throughout the year. Some weekend and evening hours may be required.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads - both students and employers - for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC's institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Position Summary: The Open-Door Program is a federally funded Student Support Services/TRiO program that provides academic support to disadvantaged college students.
Provide individual and group tutoring in math, support using information technology applications and integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.
Functional 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.
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

• Candidates must have completed at least 60 credits of higher education with at least a "B" average or better in the content area or related subject area.
• The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Ability to adjust tutoring methods as needed 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 the student's potential for academic progress.
• Math tutors should be proficient in math concepts from developmental mathematics to pre-calculus, including trigonometry.

Additional Considerations

• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend hours, approximately 10-18 hours a week preferred.

Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
N/A
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
WGE_3408P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
08/27/2026
Job Close Date
09/28/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
TCC.EDU
Contact Name
Lizette White
Email
Jobs@tcc.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
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
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/100475