Tutor; Temporary, Part-Time

Position: Tutor (Temporary, Part-Time)
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 of duties, 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 One Drive

* 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