Tutor

Company: Virginia Community College System
Location: Manassas
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Role Title Trainer Instructor I Role Code 29111-FP FLSA Non-Exempt Pay Band 03 Working Title Tutor Position Number 280W0409 Agency Northern VA Community College Division NV280-Provost Manassas Work Location Manassas - 683 Hiring Range 13.63/hr Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category E-Paraprofessionals 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

Individual will work an approved semesterly schedule based on departments defined hours and needs at 15-29 hours per week.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the second largest community college in the United States and the largest public educational institution in Virginia. NOVA has more than 71,000 students and 2,600 faculty and staff members. As one of the most internationally diverse colleges in the United States, with a student body consisting of individuals from more than 180 countries, NOVA is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable Virginia by fostering excellence in higher education. As an Achieving the Dream "Leader College," NOVA is committed to the principles of access, opportunity, student success, and excellence by meeting the educational and training needs of the region and its people with excellent and affordable courses and programs, offered by an inspired and committed diverse faculty and support staff.

With six unique locations throughout our region, each conveniently located within 40 miles of Washington D.C, we have Northern Virginia covered. NOVA's Alexandria Campus is located seven miles from the nation's capital, just across the Potomac River from Washington DC; the Annandale Campus, with its urban feel and suburban appeal, is ranked as the most diverse in Virginia and boasts a thriving Koreatown; the Loudoun Campus is located in a comfortable suburb steeped in colonial history; the Manassas Campus is located next to Manassas Battlefield Park, site of the first major battle of the Civil War; the Woodbridge Campus is home to municipal parks, state parks, and national wildlife refuges; and the Medical Education Campus, located in Springfield, is a uniquely specialized campus that stands apart from what most community colleges can offer, with the area boasting an abundance of hiking and biking trails, and parks with nature and wildlife areas.

NOVA offers an opportunity to make a difference with outstanding career opportunities and competitive total rewards benefits, including a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement system. NOVA embraces opportunities to create a college community that is a welcoming and inclusive place to learn and work. We do this by fostering a sense of belonging and ensuring equity while maintaining an open, civil, and safe environment for our students, faculty, staff, and guests. In so doing, NOVA fulfills its mission to offer world-class teaching and learning to the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA's Annual Security Reports.

This position will tutor NOVA students and provide administrative and clerical support for the Manassas Tutoring Center.

Duties and Tasks:

The tutor will do the following:

* Provide academic support and assistance, outside the classroom environment through one-on-one, and group tutoring.
* Perform paper reviews (if providing liberal arts tutoring).
* Provides front-line administrative and clerical support.
* Furthers the organizational mission and promote enhanced academics at NOVA.
* Applies knowledge of the content area or subject material to support NOVA students.
* Applies knowledge of instructional methods for adult learners.

The tutor will also be expected to provide administrative, outreach, and clerical support to the Tutoring Center including Navigate (scheduling) and SmarterTrack (communication) coverage.

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

Required KSAs:

* Demonstrated knowledge of a specific academic area.
* Strong oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to work with a diverse population of students.
* Knowledge of various learning preferences.

Minimum Qualifications:

* High School diploma
* B or better in coursework tutored.
* Availability to work flexible hours, including some evenings

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

* Associate's degree.
* Proficiency with MS Office.
* Previous experience working as a tutor.
* Previous experience working in higher education.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

n/a

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number WGE_639P Recruitment Type Public Number of Vacancies 5 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 12/14/2021 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Agency Website nvcc.edu Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants 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, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

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/41552

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* * Do you have a high school diploma or the equivalent?
* yes
* no


* * Do you have a B or better in coursework tutored?
* Yes
* No


* * Do you have the availability to work flexible hours, including some evenings?
* Yes
* No


* * Do you have an Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience?
* Yes
* No


* * Do you have proficiency with Microsoft Office?
* Yes
* No


* * Do you have experience working as a tutor?
* Yes
* No


* * Do you have experience working in higher education?
* Yes
* No


* * I understand that only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications and only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my application and resume will be credited.
* Yes
* No


* * I understand that based on the Governor's Executive Directive #18, newly hired employees, including employees transferring from other state agencies, will be required to provide their vaccination status to Human Resources no later than 5 days after their start date. Additional information for unvaccinated employees will be provided by Human Resources.
* Yes
* No


* * I understand this position is not a remote position and I will be required to attend work in person.
* Yes
* No



Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Resume
* Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

* Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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