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Ivy Tech Community College

Part-Time Math Tutor (TRIO)

🇺🇸 Indianapolis, Indiana 🕑 Part-Time 💰 $18 per Hour 💻 Tutoring 🗓️ October 14th, 2026
Tutoring Math Higher Ed

Edtech.com's Summary

Ivy Tech Community College is hiring a Part-Time Math Tutor (TRIO) to tutor students in math courses ranging from pre-algebra through college-level trigonometry within the TRIO Student Support Services program. The tutor works with students who are low income, first generation, or have documented disabilities, helping them persist toward completing their degrees. Sessions include one-on-one help, group tutoring, exam review, and a TEAS bootcamp.

Highlights
  • Tutor students one-on-one across Ivy Tech math courses, from pre-algebra up to college-level trigonometry.
  • Facilitate group tutoring sessions, exam review, and a TEAS bootcamp alongside individual appointments.
  • Serve participants in TRIO Student Support Services, a federally funded program for students who are low income, first generation, or have documented disabilities.
  • Follow established Math and Science Center tutoring protocols while keeping back-to-back sessions running with strong customer service.
  • Track every tutoring session accurately so the program can report on student outcomes.
  • Keep student information confidential and handle tutoring records in compliance with FERPA.
  • Work up to 15 hours per week for 30 weeks of the 2026–2027 academic year, with in-person sessions plus some virtual and weekend hours depending on student needs.
  • Bring a strong background in math, with prior tutoring, teaching, or mentoring experience preferred.
  • The ideal candidate has taught math at the high-school or early college level and has experience working with students who have disabilities.
  • Hourly pay is $18.00.

Part-Time Math Tutor (TRIO) Full Description

Job Title:
Part-Time Math Tutor (TRIO)
Location:
Indianapolis – Downtown Campus
Job Type:
Part-time
Compensation:
$18.00 per hour
Schedule:
Up to 15 hrs. per week for 30 weeks over the course of the academic year
Reports To:
Project Director, TRIO Student Support Services

About the Role:
We’re seeking a motivated and skilled Part-Time Math Tutor to support students at all levels of Ivy Tech math. This position involves providing in-person tutoring in a welcoming, inclusive environment that fosters academic growth. The role includes 1-on-1 tutoring in math courses and facilitating group tutoring sessions, exam review, and TEAS bootcamp. An ideal candidate will have experience with math education at the high-school and early college level, strong customer service skills, experience working with disabled students, and a passion for helping students succeed.
TRIO Student Support Services at Ivy Tech Indianapolis is searching for a part-time tutor in Math. TRIO SSS is a federally funded program that serves students who are low income, first generation and/or have documented disabilities, to help them persist and succeed in completing their degree.
This position is limited to 15 hours per week for 30 weeks during the 2026–2027 academic year. Availability may include in-person, virtual, and weekend hours based on program and student needs.

Required Skills & Competencies:
1. Subject Matter Expertise
  • Proficiency in math subjects from pre-algebra to college-level trigonometry
  • Additional knowledge in calculus, physical sciences, accounting, engineering, or IT support is a plus
2. Tutoring & Instruction
  • Ability to quickly identify key student concerns and prioritize subject issues
  • Ability to guide students through complex concepts with patience and clarity
  • Willingness to dig beneath surface-level questions to address root challenges
  • Ability to motivate and coach others and remain adaptable to various student needs
3. Communication
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with a diverse student population
  • Demonstrate strong customer service and/or student advocacy through a positive attitude of approachability, adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, and desire to identify and support student success.
  • Capable of maintaining a professional and supportive tone as well as a positive, growth-oriented mindset in all settings
4. Learning Environment Management
  • Maintain an inclusive, clean, and student-friendly environment
  • Promote respect and collaboration among students
5. Organizational & Reporting Skills
  • Accurately track tutoring sessions for outcome reporting
  • Adhere to academic and privacy standards, including FERPA compliance

Key Responsibilities:
The following is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
  • Use established Math and Science Center pedagogy and protocols to tutor students one-on-one in life science courses and science-related courses. Thoroughly document tutoring data.
  • Sustain high-quality customer service while facilitating back-to-back tutoring sessions
  • Apply advanced problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve student questions and inquiries.

Education & Experience:
Qualifications
  • Strong background in Math
  • Prior tutoring, teaching, and/or mentoring experience preferred

Why Join Us?
  • Opportunity to work on innovative and impactful projects.
  • Collaborate with a team of skilled professionals.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Continuous learning and development opportunities.
Must demonstrate ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:
Health & Wellness
  • Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
  • Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Financial & Retirement Benefits
  • All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings
Educational Benefits
  • Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.
For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.