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 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