Niagara Community College
Position Information
Position Title: Part Time Math Professional Tutor
Position Category: Part Time Staff
Position Status: 10‑Month
FLSA: Non‑Exempt
Advertised Salary: $21.86 – $24.04 per hour
Department: Academic Center for Excellence (ACE)
Working Hours: Up to 28 hours per week
General Description The Academic Center for Excellence at SUNY Niagara seeks passionate individuals to support student success through tutoring.
Professional Tutors provide individual and small‑group assistance aligned with existing course content, helping a diverse student population strengthen academic skills and confidence.
Tutors serve as a vital link between the college and its students—supporting academic progress while fostering independent learning and self‑reliance.
They assist students in developing competency in course material and applying effective learning strategies such as active reading, note‑taking, test preparation, time management, and organization.
In addition to traditional tutoring, Professional Tutors may serve as embedded tutors within the classroom, work with students in specific content areas, and provide online tutoring for distance‑education courses. Tutors are expected to offer support in a professional, welcoming, and student‑centered manner to all members of the campus community.
Content areas: Analytic Geometry; Contemporary Math; Foundational, Intermediate, & Advanced Algebra & Trigonometry; Math for Childhood Education; Mathematics for Consumers; Statistics.
Final candidates may be asked to meet with math faculty members to ensure an appropriate knowledge base for supporting course content.
Pay is based on academic level: Bachelor’s degree or lower $21.86 per hour; Master’s degree or higher $24.04 per hour.
Tutoring hours can occur Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–7:00 pm.
This is an in‑person position.
Please provide your availability within your cover letter.
Hours will align with Fall & Spring semesters; limited Winter/Summer hours may be available based on course offerings.
Special Instructions Ongoing applications accepted; for Fall 2025 consideration, applications must be submitted by 7/28/2025.
Only applicants who meet all required qualifications will be considered.
Qualified applicants should submit the following: cover letter addressing each qualification, resume, unofficial transcripts, and names and contact information for three (3) current work‑related references.
Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.
Essential Functions / Responsibilities
Assisting students with course content and problem‑solving
Providing individual and group tutoring
Facilitating study groups and review sessions
Creating academic resources/guides for student use
Maintaining records of tutoring appointments
Utilizing the tutoring management system to create, log, and detail appointments
Referring students to appropriate resources
Supporting learning and study skills development
Assisting students with general computer troubleshooting necessary for coursework
Providing embedded tutoring services as assigned
Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree or higher in a related content area or curriculum
Desire to help others
Clear and effective communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Responsible, dependable, honest, and mature disposition
In‑depth knowledge of the content area(s) the applicant wishes to tutor
Desirable Qualifications
Experience working with students in secondary or higher education
Experience utilizing online conferencing software (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams)
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcripts
Certifications/Licenses (optional)
Letter of Recommendation (optional)
Transcript 2 (optional)
Transcript 3 (optional)
EEO Statement SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Position Category: Part Time Staff
Position Status: 10‑Month
FLSA: Non‑Exempt
Advertised Salary: $21.86 – $24.04 per hour
Department: Academic Center for Excellence (ACE)
Working Hours: Up to 28 hours per week
General Description The Academic Center for Excellence at SUNY Niagara seeks passionate individuals to support student success through tutoring.
Professional Tutors provide individual and small‑group assistance aligned with existing course content, helping a diverse student population strengthen academic skills and confidence.
Tutors serve as a vital link between the college and its students—supporting academic progress while fostering independent learning and self‑reliance.
They assist students in developing competency in course material and applying effective learning strategies such as active reading, note‑taking, test preparation, time management, and organization.
In addition to traditional tutoring, Professional Tutors may serve as embedded tutors within the classroom, work with students in specific content areas, and provide online tutoring for distance‑education courses. Tutors are expected to offer support in a professional, welcoming, and student‑centered manner to all members of the campus community.
Content areas: Analytic Geometry; Contemporary Math; Foundational, Intermediate, & Advanced Algebra & Trigonometry; Math for Childhood Education; Mathematics for Consumers; Statistics.
Final candidates may be asked to meet with math faculty members to ensure an appropriate knowledge base for supporting course content.
Pay is based on academic level: Bachelor’s degree or lower $21.86 per hour; Master’s degree or higher $24.04 per hour.
Tutoring hours can occur Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–7:00 pm.
This is an in‑person position.
Please provide your availability within your cover letter.
Hours will align with Fall & Spring semesters; limited Winter/Summer hours may be available based on course offerings.
Special Instructions Ongoing applications accepted; for Fall 2025 consideration, applications must be submitted by 7/28/2025.
Only applicants who meet all required qualifications will be considered.
Qualified applicants should submit the following: cover letter addressing each qualification, resume, unofficial transcripts, and names and contact information for three (3) current work‑related references.
Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.
Essential Functions / Responsibilities
Assisting students with course content and problem‑solving
Providing individual and group tutoring
Facilitating study groups and review sessions
Creating academic resources/guides for student use
Maintaining records of tutoring appointments
Utilizing the tutoring management system to create, log, and detail appointments
Referring students to appropriate resources
Supporting learning and study skills development
Assisting students with general computer troubleshooting necessary for coursework
Providing embedded tutoring services as assigned
Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree or higher in a related content area or curriculum
Desire to help others
Clear and effective communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Responsible, dependable, honest, and mature disposition
In‑depth knowledge of the content area(s) the applicant wishes to tutor
Desirable Qualifications
Experience working with students in secondary or higher education
Experience utilizing online conferencing software (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams)
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcripts
Certifications/Licenses (optional)
Letter of Recommendation (optional)
Transcript 2 (optional)
Transcript 3 (optional)
EEO Statement SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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