UPchieve Virtual Tutor Work Study

Liberty University

9d • Remote

About The Position

UPchieve is a nonprofit that provides free, 24/7 online tutoring and college counseling to low-income middle school and high school students. As an Academic Coach, you will provide remote, one-on-one academic support through UPchieve’s virtual classroom, which includes text chat and a shared whiteboard. Tutors must become certified in at least three UPchieve subjects. Available subjects include math, science, reading and writing, English, U.S. history and social studies, and college preparation, including SAT/ACT support and college essay review. UPchieve provides tutor training and feedback, and no prior tutoring experience is required.

Shifts are flexible and scheduled around the tutor’s availability, with an expected commitment of approximately 5–10 hours per week. The work is fully remote and requires a computer and strong internet connection. The position is part-time and pays starting at $12.77 per hour; student employees are paid at least the current Virginia minimum wage. Pay may vary based on responsibilities, skills, funding, and market conditions.

The role is a Liberty University Federal Work Study position. Employees are expected to follow Liberty University policies, represent the University professionally, and work effectively as a team member while supporting its Christian model and mission. Applicants must be enrolled in a degree-seeking program at Liberty University, have Federal Work Study eligibility, meet the stated availability requirement, and pass required background checks. Additional restrictions regarding federal student or parent loan default and certain convictions or findings involving government funds apply.

Requirements

• No tutoring experience is required.
• Must be enrolled in a degree-seeking program at Liberty University.
• Must have Federal Work Study eligibility.
• Must have 5 to 10 hours of work availability per week.
• Must pass required background checks; failure to pass a background check results in immediate termination.
• Must not be in default on any federal student or parent loan.
• Must not have a conviction or guilty/nolo contendere plea for a crime involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of government funds, or an administrative or judicial determination of fraud or another material violation of law involving government funds.
• Ability to adhere to federal, state, and institutional policy and compliance requirements, including confidentiality and recordkeeping.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to understand, speak, and write English professionally.
• Ability to learn technology quickly.
• Ability to work under pressure, follow written instructions, and take initiative when needed.
• Strong self-discipline and time-management skills.
• Ability to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment to routine and complex problems.
• Regular ability to sit and type on a keyboard.

Nice To Haves

• At least a second-year student at Liberty University.
• Good standing at Liberty University, with no reprimands or suspensions.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students one-on-one through UPchieve’s virtual classroom using text chat and a shared whiteboard.
• Become certified in three or more UPchieve subjects and provide academic support in those subjects.
• Complete UPchieve tutor training and apply feedback to provide encouraging, student-centered support.
• Adhere to Liberty University policies and represent the University in an exemplary manner.
• Work effectively as a team member and foster Liberty University’s Christian model and mission.
• Follow applicable policy and compliance requirements, including confidentiality and recordkeeping requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed