Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Student Academic Tutor
About The Position
Oregon State University-Cascades is hiring multiple part-time Academic Tutors for its Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. Tutors provide academic support to fellow DPT students, helping them understand course material, build effective study strategies, and strengthen academic skills. They work one-on-one or with small groups and tailor their approach to each student’s needs. The role calls for strong communication skills, subject matter expertise, and a supportive attitude, and contributes to a collaborative learning environment and students’ academic success. Student employees in this position can develop communication, critical-thinking, and professionalism skills. Applicants must meet OSU student employment eligibility and enrollment requirements.
Requirements
- Be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.
- Meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
- Meet the applicable minimum enrollment standard: high school students must be regularly enrolled in high school or participating in a home-schooling program; undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students must take 6 credit hours per term; undergraduate international students must take 12 credit hours per term; graduate students officially admitted to Graduate School must take 5 credit hours per term; and graduate international students officially admitted to Graduate School must take 9 credit hours per term.
- International students with an OIS-approved reduced course load must provide that approval to the Student Employment Center.
Responsibilities
- Offer one-on-one or group tutoring sessions in specific subjects to help students grasp difficult concepts.
- Assist students in developing effective study habits and time management skills.
- Provide constructive feedback and recommend additional resources or strategies.
- Respect students’ privacy and maintain confidentiality of personal information.
- Collaborate with faculty members to understand course objectives and stay updated on curriculum changes.
- Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions, including topics covered and time spent.
- Inform students about available academic resources.
- Participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance tutoring skills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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