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Volunteer Tutor .
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Overview
The Remote Volunteer Tutor provides individualized and small-group academic support to On Point for College participants across the organization’s six-county service area. This role helps participants strengthen subject knowledge, improve study habits, build confidence, and persist toward successful college completion.
The Remote Volunteer Tutor works collaboratively with participants and designated staff to provide reliable, accessible, and student-centered academic support.
- FLSA Status
- Volunteer
Time Commitment
Approximately 2–10 hours per week, depending on participant demand and volunteer availability.
Scheduling is flexible and may be fully virtual or hybrid based on program and participant needs.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual or small-group tutoring in approved academic subject areas.
- Help participants understand course material, complete assignments, and prepare for quizzes, exams, and other academic requirements.
- Support the development of effective study habits, time-management strategies, organization, and independent learning skills.
- Use accessible virtual tools and instructional approaches that respond to different learning styles and academic needs.
- Encourage participants to make appropriate use of campus resources, tutoring centers, faculty support, and other academic services.
- Maintain dependable tutoring appointments and communicate scheduling changes promptly.
- Track tutoring activity and provide appropriate updates to designated On Point for College staff.
- Identify academic concerns when appropriate and refer participants to staff for additional support or resources.
- Protect participant privacy and maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong knowledge in one or more academic subject areas.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Patience, reliability, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to explain concepts clearly and adapt support to different learning needs.
- Comfort using virtual meeting platforms and online learning tools.
- Cultural responsiveness and the ability to work effectively with participants from diverse backgrounds.
- Prior experience in tutoring, teaching, mentoring, academic support, or college-level coursework preferred.
- Commitment to On Point for College’s mission and to supporting participants as they pursue their educational goals.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED required.
- College-level coursework or demonstrated subject-matter proficiency preferred.
- Prior experience in tutoring, teaching, mentoring, education, youth programming, or academic support is preferred.
- Strong computer skills and comfort using Microsoft Office, Outlook, virtual meeting platforms, and online learning tools.
Special Requirements
- Reliable internet access and access to a computer or device suitable for virtual tutoring.
- Ability to use approved virtual communication and instructional platforms.
- Ability to maintain participant confidentiality and comply with organizational policies and procedures.
- Local travel is only required if participating in optional or scheduled in-person activities.