Tutors

Tutors (Contract Position)

Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge with adult learners who are eager to learn? Are you interested in supplementing your income? Are you looking for a flexible schedule?

RHEC is seeking to hire multiple tutors who are skilled at working individually with adult learners. The Education Center houses over 150 degree/certification programs offered by member institutions with a diverse student population. We are looking for dynamic individuals who want to share their passion and skills in the following educational areas:

  • Math
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Reading/Writing
  • ESL
  • History/Social Studies

We are seeking tutors with skill levels ranging from high school through college-level abilities who are comfortable providing tutoring services for both in-person and online students. (There is also a potential for 5th thru 12th grade tutoring.)

Job Responsibilities:

  • Work with students to focus on individual needs
  • Craft customized learning programs
  • Proficient in your area of expertise
  • Ability to teach students how to learn in both in-person and online settings
  • Must be able to attend required meetings and training sessions at RHEC

Required Qualifications:

  • Experienced tutor, preferably with adult students
  • Confidence and emotional maturity and stability
  • Professional, collaborator, flexible, honest, patient with students
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Must be proficient in Google applications and web tools related to tutoring
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related discipline required
  • Master’s degree preferred
  • Recent teaching or tutoring experience preferred
  • Possession of a current Virginia teaching license OR certified by national tutoring and/or reading association preferred

Hiring range: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour (based on experience and education)

Work hours: These are 1099 independent contractor positions with flexible hours dependent on student class schedules. Tutors must perform tutoring services at the Roanoke Higher Education Center.

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How to Apply: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and completed employment application to jobs@education.edu. Positions open until filled.