Professional Math Tutor

Position Summary

The Professional Math Tutor provides high-quality academic support to students enrolled in mathematics courses ranging from developmental math through college-level mathematics. This position is responsible for facilitating conceptual understanding, strengthening problem-solving skills, and promoting student persistence and success in mathematics. This position works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and student tutors to provide high-quality tutoring services and contribute to a supportive learning environment.

SALARY: $24.77 per hour, not to exceed 19 hours per week.

Part-time positions are posted based on the possible availability of a future assignment which are sporadic and may not occur. Available positions are contingent upon enrollment and instructional needs of the College.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Academic Support Services

• Provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring to students mathematics courses including, but not limited to: Basic Math / Developmental Math, Algebra, College Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry.
• Diagnose student learning gaps and adjust instructional approaches accordingly.
• Explain mathematical concepts using multiple methods and real-world applications.
• Guide students through structured problem-solving processes rather than providing answers.
• Reinforce classroom instruction and support curriculum-aligned learning outcomes.

• Support students in developing effective study strategies for mathematics success.
• Assist students in building confidence, persistence, and independent learning skills.
• Help students prepare for quizzes, exams, placement tests, and course assessments.
• Identify recurring academic barriers and recommend appropriate interventions or resources.

• Collaborate with faculty to identify student support needs and reinforce course learning outcomes.
• Provide feedback on common student challenges and areas of instructional difficulty.
• Refer students to appropriate campus resources, including academic advising, accessibility services, counseling services, and other student support programs.
• Participate in retention and student success initiatives designed to improve academic performance and persistence.

• Attend scheduled tutor training sessions.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with institutional policies and applicable regulations.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and effective communication in all interactions with students, faculty, and staff.
• Remain current on tutoring best practices, writing instruction methodologies, and educational technologies.

• Strong conceptual and procedural knowledge of mathematics.
• Ability to diagnose learning gaps and adapt instruction in real time.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, professionalism, and strong student engagement skills.
• Ability to motivate students and foster academic confidence.
• Strong organizational skills for tracking student progress and documentation.

Qualifications

Applicants must travel at their own expense for interviews that are conducted in person.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT:
www.wallace.edu/employment

• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE SCANNED. It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process. If you need assistance scanning documents, please contact:

• WE DO NOT ACCEPT FAXED OR E-MAILED application materials.
• When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they have submitted all necessary application materials in accordance with the vacancy announcement.
• All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from a criminal background check. Wallace Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

If you have a disability and require accommodations, please notify us at (334) 556-2425.

Wallace Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Wallace Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.

The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.