Student Worker - PASS Drop-In Tutor

Palmer College of Chiropractic • Davenport, IA

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About The Position

This position is for current Palmer College of Chiropractic students only. Palmer’s PASS Program is currently hiring a student worker to serve as a Drop-In Tutor for the Fall term. PASS tutors are motivated to help their peers be successful by learning how to learn and provide peer academic support to students in a variety of courses in turn, helping to shape students’ experience at Palmer College of Chiropractic. The Palmer Academic Support Services (PASS) Drop-In Tutor is responsible for helping Palmer students in small groups or individually in D.C. academic courses. PASS Drop-In Tutors not only assist with the understanding of class materials, but also assist students in strengthening academic memory retention, comprehending the textbook, organizing assignments, and improving general learning and study skills. Students selected as Drop-In Tutors must meet and maintain certain qualifications to be part of the PASS program and are considered employees of the department.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3.0 G.P.A. and good basic study habits.
• Final grades below 3.0 in any trimester will be grounds for PASS Drop-In Tutor dismissal.
• Minimum 'B' grade must be achieved in the course that the student desires to tutor for.
• Successfully completed at minimum, the first two trimesters, going into the third with a 3.0 G.P.A.
• Ability to work productively within a team structure and manage group dynamics.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Articulate thoughts and concepts clearly and effectively in written and oral form.
• Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems.
• Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits.

Responsibilities

• Attend the mandatory New Tutor Orientation at the beginning of employment.
• Attend meetings periodically as a team and individually with the Coordinator of the PASS program and/or director of Academic Support Services.
• Contract for a specific number of hours per trimester based upon their schedule and availability.
• Submit accurate timesheets that comply with policies and procedures of Financial Planning and Academic Support Services.
• Arrive prepared and on time for their posted available time in the Drop-In Center.
• Be present and available during their posted time regardless of number of students in attendance.
• Clarify, review, enhance, and reinforce students’ learning.
• Aid with course content, study skills, note taking, time management, orientation, and test taking skills.
• Maintain and submit accurate attendance lists for all Drop-In sessions.
• Ensure confidentiality of all information provided by students under FERPA.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling based on availability.
• Opportunity to enhance tutoring and teaching skills.
• Experience working in an academic support environment.

What This Job Offers

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