"Chemistry Tutor (PT)"

Chemistry Tutor (PT)

Company: Mohawk Valley Community College

Job Location: Utica, 13501

Category: Tutors and Learning Resources

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Location: Utica, NY

Job Type: Part-Time, 10-Month

Mohawk Valley Community College provides accessible, high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students. We are the community's college, committed to student success through partnerships, transfer and career pathways, and personal enrichment.

The Learning Commons is seeking a Chemistry Tutor to support student learning and success. The Chemistry Tutor will assist students across a range of courses, including basic chemistry for non-science majors and general chemistry for STEM majors. Tutors help students strengthen their understanding of core concepts, build problem-solving skills, and develop effective study strategies.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in Chemistry, is enthusiastic about tutoring and learning, and is comfortable working with students who have diverse academic backgrounds and levels of preparation. Candidates should also be able to adapt their instructional approach to meet individual student needs and foster an encouraging, student-centered learning environment.

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Uses probing questions, active listening, and supported inquiry to help students develop and strengthen their ideas;
• Engages students in active learning practices;
• Discusses course material to help students gain fluency and confidence in critical thinking;
• Assists students in developing effective study strategies;
• Conducts weekly group study sessions to reinforce course content;
• Provides encouragement to support student retention and completion;
• Maintains accurate records and monitor sign-in stations;
• Refers students to instructors and specialized services such as counseling and advisement as appropriate;
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of the Learning Commons.

Work Schedule: Weekdays, between 11:00am - 5:00pm

Hours per week: Up to 20

This is an academic-year position, working during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of an Associate degree in Chemistry or a related field, along with prior tutoring or teaching experience
• Effective communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience tutoring at the community college level

Additional Information:

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

We encourage applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have transferable skills to apply. If you have related experience that may not align perfectly with the job description, we'd still like to hear from you.

Salary: $17.42 per hour

For full consideration, apply by: 10/6/2025