Professional Tutor- Science for Open Door Program

Title: Professional Tutor- Science for Open Door Program

Agency: Tidewater Community College

Location: Norfolk - 710

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: $14.31 per hour part time

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Additional Detail

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 28,000 students in 2019-20. 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 3,203 graduates in 2019-2020, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 36% enrolled at TCC. TCC's institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

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 scientific subjects, support using information technology applications and integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.
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 Peer or Professional Tutor.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must have completed at least 2 semesters of higher education and show proficiency 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.
Science tutors should be proficient in a combination of Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, Chemistry, or Physics with strong skills in research methods
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend hours.
Preferred Qualifications:

As delineated in the required qualifications