Math tutor jobs in Alaska

"Opportunities start here" is more than a slogan at Matanuska-Susitna College (Mat-Su College); it is our mission. Our aim is to transform student aspirations into realities. Matanuska-Susitna College seeks applicants who possess a desire to help students succeed in reaching their goals. Join us and help turn student aspirations into reality! The Learning Resource Center (LRC) of Mat-Su College is seeking math tutors for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Elizabeth J. Fallon Learning Resource Center (LRC) offers tutorial services in math and writing for all MSC students. Math tutors are available during scheduled hours for any student enrolled in Mat-Su College courses. Tutoring is conducted face-to-face, and is available on a walk-in basis only. Math resources are also available for student use in the Learning Resource Center. Tutor hours vary each semester and are subject to change. Hours of availability for the current semester are posted outside the LRC and on the department web site. Tutors work with students in a variety of course work at different skill levels. Math tutors do not provide correction service for math homework; rather, they help students grasp principles of mathematics and devise strategies for using them. To thrive in this role, candidates must demonstrate mastery in all levels of algebra, including pre-algebra, elementary algebra, intermediate algebra and college algebra. Preference will be given to those who also have mastery of higher levels of math such as trigonometry and calculus. Successful candidates must also possess excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills; be able to work with students from diverse backgrounds; and be able to maintain confidentiality. Candidates must be able to communicate math concepts and skills to students from a wide range of college and developmental levels. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in math or a related field is required. Experience teaching or tutoring in math or another field of mastery is required. Math tutor candidates should be well-versed in all levels of mathematics (particularly pre-algebra, Algebra I & II, Trig) and be able to communicate these concepts and skills to students at various learning levels. Position Details: This position is located at the Matanuska-Susitna College in Palmer, Alaska. This is a part-time, non-exempt, temporary position. New hires will be placed on the UA Temporary Staff Salary, Grade 77. This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer. Special Instructions to Applicants: Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application. ️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact HR Coordinator Shira Crowell at ******************** * To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible. The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at ************. The University of Alaska (*************** is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination (********************************* against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status. The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check. Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business. * Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years. Access to the reports is available at: UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: ******************************************* Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: ************ or ********************* / ************ or uaa_*************************. UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: ***************************************** Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: ************ or *******************. UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: ********************************************************************** Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: ************ or emailing ********************.