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  • Tutor (IVC - Veterans)

    Irvine, California United States SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC) Temporary 20 - 20 Hourly Sep 18, 2025
    South Orange County Community College District Employer:

    SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (SOCCC)

    About the District South Orange County Community College District encompasses 382 square miles in south Orange County serving over 909,000 residents in 26 communities. We know that higher education is directly linked to quality of life and economic vitality. We have helped generations of families achieve their educational and career goals since 1967. Distinguished faculty from Saddleback College and Irvine Valley College provide students with rigorous academic classes to prepare them for transfer to four-year colleges and universities, basic skills attainment, or career technical training. Our newest campus, the Advanced Technology & Education Park (ATEP), opened in 2007 and offers courses from our two colleges with a focus on workforce development and career technical skills. Emeritus Institutes and community education programs at our colleges offer lifelong learning opportunities for community members of all ages. The District is governed by a seven-member elected Board of Trustees and the district's chief executive officer is the Chancellor. District Services provides centralized administrative services to our three campuses. Executive offices include: Chancellor and Trustee Services, Business Services, Technology and Learning Services, Human Resources, and Public Affairs. These departments provide accounting, benefits, facilities planning, fiscal services, human resources, information technology, institutional research and planning, payroll, public affairs, purchasing, risk management, and  warehouse/mailroom services to our district. The district continually assesses the effectiveness of its services through district-wide surveys, shared governance committees and task forces that are established to accomplish specific projects. Strategic planning has become an essential tool for guiding our direction and assuring compliance with accreditation standards.

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    Job Description

    Tutor (IVC - Veterans Office STEM/MATH)

    To perform tutoring duties within STEM/MATH for the Veterans Office. Please indicate what specific subjects that you are interested in tutoring in your application.

    SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

    To provide instructional support and assistance to students in various subjects; help students understand course materials, improve their study skills, and enhance their overall academic performance.

    REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

    The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

    Provide one-on-one or group tutoring sessions to students enrolled in academic courses.

    Assist students in understanding and mastering course content, including concepts, theories, and problem-solving techniques.

    Help students develop effective study strategies and time management skills.

    Evaluate students' strengths and weaknesses to tailor tutoring sessions to their specific needs.

    Clarify complex topics, provide additional explanations, and assist students in formulating responses to questions.

    Provide strategies and techniques for understanding and preparing for assignments, prompts, and exams.

    Foster a positive and supportive learning environment for students to become independent learners and thinkers.

    Monitor students' progress and provide feedback to help them track their improvement.

    Collaborate with faculty to ensure tutoring sessions are in alignment with course objectives.

    Stay up to date with the curriculum and materials used in the tutored courses.

    Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions, student attendance, and progress.

    Follow District and college policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality of student information.

    Participate in tutor training programs and professional development activities as required.

    Perform related duties as required.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Knowledge of:

    Strong organizational skills to keep track of tutoring sessions and student progress.

    Strong knowledge and understanding of the subject(s) being tutored.

    Instructional technologies and online tutoring platforms.

    Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

    Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

    Techniques to facilitate effective interaction with people on an individual or group basis.

    Ability to:

    Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

    Explain complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.

    Abide by all confidentiality practices required by department, state, and federal policies, laws, rules, and regulations, including FERPA and ADA.

    Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing in English; use correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; understand and follow oral and written directions in English; listen actively and effectively.

    Develop, maintain, and foster effective working relationships involving interactions and communications with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds on a regular, ongoing basis.

    Interact extensively with and respond to requests and inquiries from students, faculty, staff, and public; effectively present information to students, staff, or the public; provide excellent customer service.

    Demonstrate patience and empathy when working with students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles; work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the varied racial, ethnic, cultural, sexual orientation, academic, socio-economic, and disabled populations of community college students.

    Work effectively under pressure with frequent interruptions and a high degree of public contact on a variety of tasks concurrently while meeting established deadlines and changing priorities.

    Exercise good judgment, discretion, and personal initiative in resolving situations, according to established policies and procedures; use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority.

    Report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to assigned job.

    Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and organization of assigned area; ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures; monitor activities in assigned area and enforce policies for proper use and behavior.

    Attend and participate in trainings, meetings, workshops, and conferences; attend and participate in diversity, equity, and inclusion trainings and events; maintain compliance with online coursework and other mandatory trainings and certifications as directed by supervisor.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUIDELINES

    AA degree in the subject area or a related field or a current student within SOCCCD. Prior tutoring or teaching experience is preferred, but not always required.

    For Saddleback/Irvine Valley College students, please attach an unofficial transcript, statement of interest specifying the subject you are interested in tutoring, and faculty recommendation letter. Resume and cover letter are optional.

    For non-Saddleback/Irvine Valley College students, please attach transcript, statement of interest specifying the subject you are interested in tutoring, letter of recommendation, and resume.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

    The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

    Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

    Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

    To provide instructional support and assistance to students in various subjects; help students understand course materials, improve their study skills, and enhance their overall academic performance.

    REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

    The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

      ◦ Provide one-on-one or group tutoring sessions to students enrolled in academic courses.
      ◦ Assist students in understanding and mastering course content, including concepts, theories, and problem-solving techniques.
      ◦ Help students develop effective study strategies and time management skills.
      ◦ Evaluate students' strengths and weaknesses to tailor tutoring sessions to their specific needs.
      ◦ Clarify complex topics, provide additional explanations, and assist students in formulating responses to questions.
      ◦ Provide strategies and techniques for understanding and preparing for assignments, prompts, and exams.
      ◦ Foster a positive and supportive learning environment for students to become independent learners and thinkers.
      ◦ Monitor students' progress and provide feedback to help them track their improvement.
      ◦ Collaborate with faculty to ensure tutoring sessions are in alignment with course objectives.
      ◦ Stay up to date with the curriculum and materials used in the tutored courses.
      ◦ Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions, student attendance, and progress.
      ◦ Follow District and college policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality of student information.
      ◦ Participate in tutor training programs and professional development activities as required.
      ◦ Perform related duties as required.


    QUALIFICATIONS

    Knowledge of:

      ◦ Strong organizational skills to keep track of tutoring sessions and student progress.
      ◦ Strong knowledge and understanding of the subject(s) being tutored.
      ◦ Instructional technologies and online tutoring platforms.
      ◦ Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
      ◦ Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
      ◦ Techniques to facilitate effective interaction with people on an individual or group basis.


    Ability to:

      ◦ Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
      ◦ Explain complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
      ◦ Abide by all confidentiality practices required by department, state, and federal policies, laws, rules, and regulations, including FERPA and ADA.
      ◦ Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing in English; use correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; understand and follow oral and written directions in English; listen actively and effectively.
      ◦ Develop, maintain, and foster effective working relationships involving interactions and communications with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds on a regular, ongoing basis.
      ◦ Interact extensively with and respond to requests and inquiries from students, faculty, staff, and public; effectively present information to students, staff, or the public; provide excellent customer service.
      ◦ Demonstrate patience and empathy when working with students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles; work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the varied racial, ethnic, cultural, sexual orientation, academic, socio-economic, and disabled populations of community college students.
      ◦ Work effectively under pressure with frequent interruptions and a high degree of public contact on a variety of tasks concurrently while meeting established deadlines and changing priorities.
      ◦ Exercise good judgment, discretion, and personal initiative in resolving situations, according to established policies and procedures; use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority.
      ◦ Report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to assigned job.
      ◦ Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and organization of assigned area; ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures; monitor activities in assigned area and enforce policies for proper use and behavior.
      ◦ Attend and participate in trainings, meetings, workshops, and conferences; attend and participate in diversity, equity, and inclusion trainings and events; maintain compliance with online coursework and other mandatory trainings and certifications as directed by supervisor.


    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUIDELINES

      ◦ AA degree in the subject area or a related field or a current student within SOCCCD. Prior tutoring or teaching experience is preferred, but not always required.
      ◦ For Saddleback/Irvine Valley College students, please attach an unofficial transcript, statement of interest specifying the subject you are interested in tutoring, and faculty recommendation letter. Resume and cover letter are optional.
      ◦ For non-Saddleback/Irvine Valley College students, please attach transcript, statement of interest specifying the subject you are interested in tutoring, letter of recommendation, and resume.


    PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

    The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

    Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

    Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

    Work Schedule: TBD - Schedule and shift vary and are subject to change in accordance with the department's needs.

    Hours per Week: Up to 25

    Employment Conditions and Information:

    This is a short-term, temporary, hourly Non-Bargaining Unit (NBU) assignment, not to exceed 160 days and 960 hours per fiscal year (July 1 st through June 30 th ). Short-term, temporary NBU positions may only be used on an intermittent, seasonal, or project basis. Education Code Section 88003 states "Short-term employee means any person who is employed to perform a service for the district, upon the completion of which, the service required or similar services will not be extended or needed on a continuing basis.”

    After successful completion of the onboarding requirements, an individual may be employed by the South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD) as a short-term, temporary NBU employee. Employment will be on an “if and as needed” basis, as determined by the SOCCCD. The assignment may be shortened or extended at any time, due to departmental needs, with little to no notice. NBU employment is at-will, and either party may terminate this working relationship at any time. Neither party shall be required to provide any reason for the separation. NBU employees shall not have reemployment rights or recourse to petition to be reinstated.

    NBU employees are limited to working in a single position for a single department and site (assignments are onsite only).

    NBU employees are paid on a monthly basis. The payroll reporting period is from the 1 st of the month to the last day of the month. NBU employees are paid on the 10th of the following month.

    Example : For the following reporting period: January 1 st through January 31 st , the NBU employee will be paid on February 10 th .

    NBU employees who work more than 1000 hours per fiscal year are required to contribute to the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), through payroll deduction. The SOCCCD does not intend to employ NBU employees for more than 960 hours during any fiscal year.

    Closing Date/Time: Fri, 03 Oct 2025
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Veteran Services Jobs & Career Support for Transitioning Heroes

Veteran Services Jobs & Career Support for Transitioning Heroes

Veterans have unique skills, experiences, and perspectives that can translate well into various career opportunities after military service. The job market offers numerous options tailored to veterans’ needs, from healthcare to administrative roles. This article explores some of the top job opportunities within Veterans Affairs (VA) and highlights the resources available to veterans, transitioning service members, and military families seeking civilian careers.

 

Career Opportunities in Veterans Affairs

One of the most significant avenues for veterans is the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). As a federal agency dedicated to supporting veterans, the VA offers various career opportunities in healthcare, administration, and veteran support services. Working at the VA allows veterans to continue serving their fellow service members and provides a fulfilling and stable career path.

1. Healthcare Careers

The VA employs over 300,000 people, many of whom are working in healthcare roles. These include doctors, nurses, medical assistants, and mental health professionals. Veterans with medical training can transition smoothly into these roles, helping fellow service members receive the care they deserve. Positions in San Diego and other locations offer veterans a chance to continue serving by providing healthcare tailored to the unique needs of military personnel.

2. Administrative and Support Roles

For those who prefer non-medical careers, the VA offers opportunities in administration, including human resources, finance, and office management. Veterans with experience in organizational leadership, logistics, or finance can find rewarding positions in these areas. The VA needs administrative staff to ensure the smooth delivery of benefits and services, and these roles are critical to supporting veterans nationwide.

3. Benefits and Claims Assistance

Veterans can also consider roles in benefits administration, where they can work to help fellow veterans access their VA benefits, from healthcare and disability compensation to educational support. Employees in this sector play an important role in guiding veterans through the often complex claims process.

4. Job Application and Career Resources

The VA makes it easy for veterans to explore job openings and learn how to apply for these positions. Veterans should utilize the VA’s resume writing tips, interview preparation resources, and job referral services. The VA is committed to helping veterans succeed in civilian careers, offering veterans preference in hiring and providing comprehensive onboarding programs for new hires.

 

Career Support for Transitioning Service Members

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For veterans transitioning out of the military, navigating the civilian job market can be daunting. However, many resources are available to assist them, ensuring a smoother transition into civilian life.

1. Employment Services and Resources

Transitioning service members can benefit from various employment services to help them find jobs, write resumes, and prepare for interviews. These resources include both government-sponsored programs and private organizations dedicated to veteran employment. For example, the Experience Counts campaign emphasizes the value of military skills in the civilian workforce and helps veterans translate their training and experience into job opportunities.

2. Military Spouse Support

Many programs also extend to military spouses, recognizing their challenges when moving between duty stations. Employment resources for military spouses include job placement services, networking opportunities, and entrepreneurship programs. Military families often face unique circumstances, and support for spouses can significantly improve their career prospects.

3. Job Referral and Placement Services

Organizations such as Hire Heroes USA and Veterans Employment and Training Service (VETS) offer job referral and placement services for veterans and their families. These programs connect veterans with employers who value military experience and help them find careers that match their skills and interests.

4. Training and Resources for Civilian Jobs

Veterans seeking additional training can access various resources to help them qualify for civilian roles. Programs like the VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) provide education, training, and counseling to veterans with disabilities. This service helps veterans transition into meaningful careers while overcoming barriers to employment.

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Support Services for Veterans

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In addition to employment services, veterans can access various support programs to ensure their long-term well-being.

1. National Resource Directory (NRD)

The National Resource Directory (NRD) is a comprehensive resource for veterans, providing information on healthcare, education, and employment. The NRD connects veterans with local services, including mental health support and benefits counseling. Veterans and their families can use the NRD to access housing assistance, legal services, and job training information.

2. Healthcare and Benefits

Healthcare remains a top priority for many veterans. The VA provides comprehensive medical care through its nationwide network of hospitals and clinics. Veterans can receive treatment for service-related injuries, manage chronic conditions, and access mental health services. VA benefits include disability compensation, pensions, and education assistance through the GI Bill.

3. Support for Veterans with Disabilities

Veterans with disabilities may need additional support as they transition into civilian life. The VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) program offers specialized services, including counseling and employment training, to help veterans find jobs that accommodate their physical or mental health needs. Veterans with disabilities can also receive assistive technology to improve their quality of life and enhance their job performance.

4. Local VA Offices and Services

For veterans seeking more personalized assistance, local VA offices offer face-to-face support. These offices provide veterans access to healthcare, job counseling, and benefits assistance. Veterans can find their nearest VA office by visiting the VA website or calling the national VA hotline.

 

Career Development and Resources

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Veterans can continue to grow and advance in their careers by taking advantage of the many resources available for professional development.

1. Entrepreneurship and Small Business Support

Many veterans pursue careers as small business owners. The Center for Veterans Enterprise (CVE) offers programs to help veterans start and grow their businesses. The CVE provides access to federal contracting opportunities, networking events, and mentorship programs to help veteran entrepreneurs succeed.

2. Veteran-Owned Business Resources

Veterans who own businesses can benefit from exclusive resources, including access to government contracts through the Veterans First Contracting Program. This program prioritizes veteran-owned businesses in federal contracting and significantly boosts those looking to work with the government.

3. Online Job Search Tools

Veterans looking for jobs can access a variety of online job search tools. Websites like USAJOBS and LinkedIn offer tailored job listings for veterans, while platforms such as HireVeterans and VetJobs provide additional resources for job seekers. Veterans can use these tools to search for jobs, build resumes, and connect with potential employers.

4. Resume Building and Career Planning

For veterans seeking to fine-tune their resumes and career plans, resources such as My Next Move for Veterans and CareerOneStop offer free tools to assist with resume writing, job exploration, and career development. These platforms help veterans align their military experience with civilian job qualifications, making the transition smoother and more effective.

The journey from military service to civilian employment can be challenging, but veterans have access to a wealth of resources that make this transition smoother. Veterans are well-equipped to succeed in the civilian workforce, from healthcare and benefits to job training and entrepreneurship support. By exploring the many career opportunities within the VA and utilizing the programs designed specifically for veterans, transitioning service members can embark on rewarding new careers while continuing to serve their fellow veterans.

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