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Virginia Community College System

Tutor - Tutoring Center

Posting Summary

Working Title

Role Title

Education Support Assistant

Role Code

29141-SW

FLSA

Nonexempt

Pay Band

Position Number

282W0118

Agency

Piedmont Virginia Community College

Division

Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div)

Work Location

Albemarle - 003

Hiring Range

$16.87/hour

Emergency/Essential Personnel

EEO Category

F-Admin Supp

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

Flexibility to work within the hours of the Tutoring Center—Monday through Thursday: 9:00am to 7:00pm, Friday: 9:00am to 2:00pm. This is a part-time role, no benefits, that should average 29 hours or less per week

Sensitive Position

Job Description

Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System whose main campus is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. This is home to the Charlottesville Historic Downtown Mall, The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, and the John Paul Jones Arena (JPJ). As a comprehensive community college, the College provides quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities for the residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. For more information, please visit: pvcc.edu

PVCC is known throughout the community and the Virginia Community College System for its exceptional faculty and staff, the quality of its programs and services, and the success of its students. PVCC seeks to attract, welcome, and retain individuals who reflect the communities we serve.

Position Title: Tutor, Embedded Tutor, & Academic Coach

Department: Academic Affairs—Tutoring Center

Employment type: Part-time (wage) 29 hours or less per week

Purpose: Tutors and Academic coaches help students improve their academic performance and achieve their educational goals. They offer guidance and support in one or more of the following subject areas: mathematics, biological sciences, business, humanities, physical sciences, social sciences, and technologies. They assist students in developing study skills, time management strategies, and other techniques that contribute to their academic success. Tutors may also serve as an embedded tutor in specific courses.

Duties and Responsibilities: Tutors and Academic coaches may work with students either individually or in groups. Their responsibilities are customized to suit the unique needs of their student(s) but typically involve helping students comprehend complex concepts; offering guidance on assignments, projects, and homework; and fostering confidence in the subject(s) they are studying. Tutors may be embedded into specific courses to further support students in the classroom. Tutoring and coaching services also aid students in prioritizing tasks, preparing for exams, and setting goals. In addition, these services facilitate deep learning and equip students with the skills they need to achieve success both during and after their college years.

New personnel will complete tutor and academic coach training and participate in ongoing professional development activities.

The Tutoring Center assists students in the following courses and subject areas:

ACC 211, 212
BIO 101, 102, 106, 141, 142, 150
CHM 101, 102, 111, 112, 241, 242, 260
CSC 110, 201, 202
ECO 201, 202
ITE 100, 119, 120
MDE 010, 060
MTH 130, 131, 154, 155, 161, 162, 167, 180, 245, 261, 263, 264, 265, 266, 267, 288
NAS 2
NSG 106 (dosage calculations only)
PHY 100, 201, 202, 241, 242
SPA 101, 102, 201, 202
General tutoring STEM and STEM based subjects
Embedded tutoring program

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

A passion for assisting others.
Excellent communication and active listening.
Strong active listening skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
A willingness to work with diverse populations.
A sense of responsibility, dependability, honesty, and maturity.
Outstanding academic achievement, particularly in the subject area(s) applicant intends to tutor.

Additional Considerations

Has sought academic coaching, tutoring, or both in their academic work.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Supervises Employees

Required Travel

minimal

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

WGE_3031P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

02/19/2026

Job Close Date

03/31/2026

Open Until Filled

Agency Website

pvcc.edu

Contact Name

Human Resources

Email

humanresources@pvcc.edu

Phone Number

434.961.6567

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application Package must include—Online ApplicationResumeCover letterNames, addresses, email and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references

In order to better serve our customers, PVCC will only accept online applications. PVCC will not accept hand-delivered applications or applications submitted by mail, email, or fax. Cover letters, resume/curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts (if required) must be attached electronically to the online application. Unofficial copies of transcripts will suffice for initial review. Official transcripts are required upon employment. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation service.

Deadline: Review of applications begins immediately.

References & criminal background checks required.

Piedmont Virginia Community College is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.

We value and support the diversity of our students, faculty, and staff. We seek to promote an understanding and appreciation of differences by creating an inclusive environment embracing individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and aspirationsIn 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:

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.

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