Biology Tutor (Admin and Office Spec II)

About the role

This part‑time Biology Tutor position provides one‑to‑one, walk‑in, small‑group, and classroom tutoring for general biology, microbiology, and anatomy & physiology at Laurel Ridge Community College. Tutors may also serve as embedded tutors for specific courses, attending class and facilitating additional group study sessions. Work is on an as‑needed basis with assigned hours for tutoring and expected availability for walk‑in and appointment‑based sessions, both in‑person and online.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality scheduled one‑to‑one, walk‑in, small‑group, or classroom tutoring services based on a comprehensive understanding of biology concepts.
• Integrate effective study and learning strategies to maximize student academic progress.
• Maintain accurate records of individual and group tutoring sessions and all attendees.
• Provide consistent feedback on student progress and demonstrate positive regard for learners.
• Uphold high levels of professionalism and student confidentiality at all times.
• When assigned as an embedded tutor, attend the associated course (in person or virtually) and provide additional group study opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
• Travel to sites/campuses and attend training as required.
• Cover assignments throughout the college service region as necessary.

Requirements

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Ability to be present for tutoring (in‑person or online) during expected hours of availability, including spontaneous walk‑in tutoring.
• Final grade of “A” or “B” in the desired course(s) to tutor from an accredited college or university.
• Completion of a minimum of 12 college or university credits.
• Preferred: prior tutoring experience (peer or professional).
• Preferred: Laurel Ridge faculty recommendation for each desired course to tutor.
• Preferred: documented tutoring/instructional experience in an academic setting and transcripts showing successful completion of each course.

Pay

• Student/Peer: $17.84 per hour
• Bachelor’s degree: $21.94 per hour
• Master’s degree: $27.42 per hour
• Doctoral degree: $32.91 per hour

Schedule

• Hourly wage position; hours are not guaranteed.
• Work is on an as‑needed basis with assigned tutoring hours and expected availability for walk‑in and appointment‑based tutoring (in‑person and online).
• Maximum of 29 hours per week due to part‑time status.

Benefits

• Not eligible for health or leave benefits.
• May receive educational benefits through professional development and educational assistance policies.