Mathematics Professional Tutor

Position Summary

*Updated 1/28/26

The tutor provides supplemental academic tutoring support in mathematics to eligible TRIO SSS participants. This role supports student retention, persistence, and graduation through structured individual and small-group tutoring aligned with institutional curricula and TRIO program objectives.

This is not a teaching or grading position. The instructor does not deliver classroom instruction or assign grades. All services are supplemental and designed to reinforce course content and promote independent learning.

Salary Schedule Placement: Local Salary Schedule $20.15 per hour up to 19 hours per week

This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon funding from the grant. Non-probationary status is not attainable by employment in this position, the funding and duration of which are finite.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides individual and small-group tutoring in mathematics based on students identified academic needs.

Reinforces course content, foundational math skills, problem-solving strategies, and effective study habits.Supports students enrolled in developmental and college-level mathematics courses.Maintains accurate documentation of tutoring sessions, attendance, and student progress using Blumen and other approved TRIO data systems.Collaborates with the TRIO SSS Director, Counselor(s), and Retention Specialist as requested to support coordinated academic success strategies.Participates in required TRIO staff meetings, trainings, and professional development activities.Maintains confidentiality and adheres to FERPA, institutional policies, and all federal TRIO regulations.Models professionalism and culturally responsive practices when working with first-generation, low-income students, and students with disabilities.Performs other job-related duties consistent with TRIO SSS objectives as assigned by the Director.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION, STANDARDS, AND TRAINING:

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or a closely related discipline (required).Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching and/or tutoring experience in mathematics.Demonstrated experience working with disadvantaged populations, including first-generation, low-income students, and students with disabilities.Proficiency with instructional technology platforms and academic support software.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong content knowledge in mathematics and the ability to clearly explain concepts.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly related to documentation and compliance.

Ability to work collaboratively in a federally regulated, team-based environment.

Ability to maintain regular and consistent attendance.

Ability to work a flexible schedule based on student and program needs (up to 19 hours per week).

Essential Physical Skills:

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while providing tutoring services.

Ability to use a computer and related technology for documentation and data entry.

Ability to lift or carry light materials (up to 10 pounds).

Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants may apply at www.lawsonstate.edu. For questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 205-929-3408 . All application materials will become the property of the college. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. No previous application files will be transferred for consideration for this position.A complete application packet consists of:

A cover letter

An Online application

A current resume

A copy of all post-secondary transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and date degree conferred.

If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office Human Resources prior to the employment start date.

Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered. Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide the following: Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

EEOC, E-VERIFY, AND BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS:

Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request.

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 the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirm an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.