Peer Tutor - Math and English

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Peer Tutor - Math and English Role Title Education Support Assistant Role Code 29141-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 1 Position Number 284W0052 Agency Eastern Shore Community College Division Eastern Shore Community College (Div) Work Location Accomack - 001 Hiring Range $15.00 per hour Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 6-Administrative Support Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule

Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend hours. Approximately 8 hours per week.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Eastern Shore Community College is a member of the Virginia Community College System. The College serves the residents of Accomack County and Northampton County as a two-year institution of higher learning. Operating under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Eastern Shore Community College Board, the college is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the two counties and the Eastern Shore Community College Foundation.

Provide individual tutoring in specified discipline for which hired and integrate study and learning strategies to promote independent learning.

Tutor students in specified discipline and encourage students to develop a systemic approach to studying that will serve them in many courses. Participate in professional development offerings. Meet with Academic Skills Advisor to plan appropriate academic support for students. Refer students to appropriate campus resources as needed. Keep and maintain regular and accurate records of tutoring sessions using the appropriate forms. Reach out to students in the program and encourage them to come in for academic support. Perform other duties consistent with the position of Peer Tutor.

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

• Demonstrate experience in the subject area assigned to tutor with at least a "B" or better average in content area.
• Peer tutor must have at least sophomore standing, be knowledgeable of content area, and can communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Ability to adjust tutoring methods as needed to meet various learning styles.
• Ability to work well with staff and students.
• Ability to integrate effective study and learning strategies to maximize the student's potential for academic progress.
• Math tutors must at least be proficient in math from developmental through college algebra.
• English tutors must be proficient in English from developmental to English literature courses.

Additional Considerations

As delineated in the required qualifications section.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

N/A

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number FWS_129P Recruitment Type Agency Employee Only - E Number of Vacancies 2 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 07/14/2026 Job Close Date 08/05/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website https://es.vccs.edu/ Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants 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.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/98278

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a current Eastern Shore Community College student? (This position is only open to current ESCC students. If you are not a current ESCC student, your application will not be considered).
• Yes, I am a current ESCC student
• No, I am not a current ESCC student

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application