LEAD Tutor

As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. Western

U is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture.

At Western

U, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of Western

U. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.

Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.

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Under direction, the Tutor will work regularly with a group of 5-10 students through the LEAD Tutorial Assistance Program (TAP). The Tutor will supply effective facilitation in a manner that will improve students’ academic skills while developing mastery of subject material. Student independence rather than tutor will be the emphasis of the Tutor. Tutoring sessions will be via virtually and may be held on campus.

This position will also adhere to LEAD Tutor guidelines as well as follow LEAD documentation policies and procedures. This position will also plan, prepare, and deliver large group review sessions to be held virtually and on campus as well.

• Good verbal and written communication skills to be able to interact with faculty, staff, students, and any outside contacts.
• Excellent computer skills to use various related software e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Google Docs, and other software programs required by the position. Must have a good knowledge of the Internet.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Some doctoral or experience required.
• Must be an admitted student at Western University of Health Sciences, must be in good academic standing and received a grade of “B” or higher in the course(s) to be able to tutor.

• Provide tutoring small group tutoring to students.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver on-campus, large group review sessions.
• Through facilitation, develop an atmosphere of mutual trust and support within the tutoring group.
• Follow all policies and procedures outlined in LEAD Master Tutor Training Manual.
• Complete initial orientation and training.
• Organize and maintain electronic attendance log for tutoring sessions.
• Organize and communicate tutoring session meeting time and on-campus location.
• Attend any additional training workshops or meetings.
• Mentor new tutors as directed by the LEAD Director.
• Collaborate with LEAD office to handle any tutoring issues (academic or personal).
• Perform additional duties related to supporting TAP operations.

Work hours- not to exceed 10 hours biweekly.

We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable.

We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits.

• Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.
• Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment.
• Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community.
• As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at Western
  
  U, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.
• Western
  
  U’s core…