Job Description Summary

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

Responsibilities and Duties include but are not limited to

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 and Requirements

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities; Additional Information

• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ease relating to students from diverse backgrounds, required.
• Demonstrate professionalism: responsibility, reliability, punctuality, appearance, and behavior, required