Academic Mentor

We are seeking an exceptional Academic Mentor to provide one-on-one, small group, and/or classroom tutoring services of exceptional quality on a walk-in or scheduled basis. The successful candidate will have the ability to tutor at least two subjects that The Learning Center offers students.

Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties, and the City of Norton. We operate under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Local Advisory Board, financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the local jurisdictions.

• Integrate effective study and learning strategies, added to subject-area instruction, to maximize student potential for academic progress.
• Exhibit a positive attitude toward student efforts, and provide consistent feedback to students on progress.
• Maintain accurate records of individual and group tutoring sessions.
• Exhibit highest levels of professionalism, and protect student confidentiality, at all times.

The successful candidate must meet the minimum qualifications.

1. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better for all college level credits.
2. Must have earned a B or better in the subject tutored or other relevant experience.
3. Must have 10 hours or more to devote to tutoring per week.
4. Technology core competency skills in Microsoft Word/Excel/Powerpoint, Google Suite.
5. Experience with Canvas required.
6. Experience using Zoom to tutor remotely.
7. Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to model good study habits.

$9.50 - $11.00 per hour, based on location and qualifications.