Job Details
WVNCC seeks applicants for Tutors in our Academic Support Center to assist and support students on all three campuses (Wheeling, New Martinsville, and Weirton).
Part-Time, Temporary Tutors are hired on short-term appointments that in some cases may be renewed with successful performance ofduties, knowledge of subject matter, student enrollment, and institutional need. No number part-time, temporary, casual or student employment shall create any presumption of a right to appointment as a full-time or part-time regular employee.
Hours are negotiable but do not exceed 20 hours per week. Tutors work during the Fall, Spring, and/or Summer semesters when courses are in session.
Tutoring is largely conducted on campus (Wheeling, Weirton, or New Martinsville). Fully Remote /Online opportunities are limited, but may exist.
There are three types of tutors:
* Content Tutor - cover a particular area of expertise (Math, Science, English, Economics, etc.)
* General Tutor - assist students with a variety of subjects and/or general assistance with study skills, writing papers, etc.
* Supplemental Instruction Tutor - works with Faculty covering Supplemental Instruction Courses
Some Tutor positions are grant-funded. Pay varies based on type of tutor, institutional need, and funding-source.
* Internal Job Information
Temporary (RPA) appointment
* Non-Exempt
* 20hrs per week maximum
Job duties and responsibilities for Part-Time, Temporary Tutors include, but are not limited to the following. A detailed list of responsibilities is available by contacting the Academic Resource Center at WVNCC:
* Understand and demonstrate the expected behaviors and practices of the tutorial program
* Incorporates all the elements of a beginning, middle and end of a tutoring session
* Incorporates specific differentiated tutoring strategies to meet various needs of learners based on learner preferences, strengths/weaknesses, background, and/or prior knowledge
* Intentionally incorporate active listening and paraphrasing strategies into the tutoring session
* Conduct class visits to promote services and communicate with instructors throughout the semester regarding notes, handouts, or syllabi
* Provide intervention and/or outreach to faculty when needed
* Follow appropriate protocol and report any direct concerns to immediate supervisor
* Keep accurate records of tutoring sessions using ARC OneDrive
* Participate in tutor trainings and workshops required by the Director and/or Tutoring Coordinator
* Explain, demonstrate, and incorporate study habits and academic success strategies consistent with best practices, including practices such as: using a calendar to schedule and note appointments; practicing study techniques; create personal planning schedule that supports adequate study time; communicate with faculty via phone, email, and in-person, every semester; and participate in alternative tutoring options
* Assist with related Academic Resource Center programs/services
* Monitor and engage in online and remote tutoring support through WVNCC's online tutoring platform
* Participate in assessment of tutoring program as directed by Tutoring Coordinator and Director
* Supplemental Instruction Tutors Only:
* Attend class sessions and conduct SI sessions during the week as determined by need/instructor request
* Take thorough notes of all lectures
* Advertise SI to your class regularly and motivate students to attend SI
* Administer mid-term and end-of semester evaluations
* Adhere to all WVNCC policies and procedures and follow specific job duties as assigned.
Qualifications are dependent on position and level-of tutoring provided.
Minimum Educational Requirements:
* Content Tutors : Completed and passed (w/'A' or 'B') comparable course(s) at WVNCC or another college/university
* General Tutors: Associate degree
* Supplemental Tutors : Bachelor's degree preferred, Associate's degree considered with appropriate level of experience
Experience Requirements:
* Experience in education, tutoring, academic support, mentoring etc.
A combination of Education and Experience may be considered.
* Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ease relating to students from diverse backgrounds, required.
* Demonstrate professionalism: responsibility, reliability, punctuality, appearance, and behavior, required