Academic Tutor

Saybrook University; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Saybrook University seeks a part-time Academic Tutor to assist students in Kansas COM. Responsibilities include conducting tutoring sessions, tailoring methods to students’ needs, and fostering independent learning. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and expertise in relevant subjects, offering a supportive learning environment.

Benefits

Generous paid time-off

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement plan with employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any relevant subject required.
• Received an A or B in Biochemistry, Physiology, Anatomy, Pharmacology, Immunology, or Embryology.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prepare for individual and group tutoring sessions.
• Provide individualized instruction based on students' needs.
• Facilitate problem-solving and support students’ academic success.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree or Doctorate preferred

Job description

The Academic Tutor is a part time staff position within the KHSU-KansasCOM to either the Student Affairs Manager or the Director of Learning Enhancement. Tutoring serves students currently enrolled in Kansas COM by assisting with academic success strategies. The primary responsibility of an academic tutor is to support students to become more independent learners, persist in their program, and reach their goals. Tutors provide individual and/or group tutoring to students across a broad range of courses based on their personal area of expertise. Tutors meet with students to clarify and review concepts taught in class, explain processes, and help students solve specific problems. Tutoring supports classroom-centered activities, and as such, the emphasis and content of the tutoring sessions is determined by the student’s needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to:

• Manage and do preparation for individual and/or group sessions.
• Recognize and utilize study techniques within the different learning styles and student preferences
• Create a professional and welcoming environment by modeling respect for students’ diverse cultures, language skills, and experiences
• Use active listening strategies to allow student to determine content and pace of tutoring
• Utilize listening and questioning strategies as the primary tutoring method to diagnose student needs and monitor progress
• Participate in professional development activities to improve tutorial skill and continue to grow cultural competence and reflection skills
• Utilize feedback and reflection to improve practice
• Recognize primary role to help students become more confident, more successful, self-directed learners
• Be direct and kind with students at the same time
• Provide direct assistance in the use of equipment, learning objects, and materials needed for student success
• Make appropriate referrals to other campus and community resources as needed
• Facilitate problem-solving with a curious mind and critical thinking skills

QUALIFICATION(S):

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the subjects listed or closely related field. Master’s degree or Doctorate preferred
• Received an A or B in one or more of the following subjects:
  • Biochemistry
  • Physiology
  • Anatomy
  • Pharmacology
  • Immunology
  • Embryology

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent written and verbal communication and comprehension skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of privileged information
• Good organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage professional and interpersonal relationships and interact effectively with diverse members of the institutional community and outside constituencies.
• Commitment to diversity in the workplace
• Hired tutor will typically be offered 2-10 hours per week, depending on availability and need. In general, applicants interested should be available to tutor at least two days per week.
• Complete data entry tasks using required database software

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

This is a part time, temporary position and is not eligible for any benefit packages offered by KHSU or KansasCOM.

Kansas Health Science Uenter is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Kansas Health Science University offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. Some of our key benefits include: generous paid time-off, medical and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, professional development, and regular employee appreciation events.

Kansas Health Science University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Us

Kansas Health Science University (KHSU) is a private, nonprofit institution based in Wichita, Kansas, whose goal is to increase access to medical education opportunities and to address the growing need for physicians in the community. KHSU is a partner institution of The Community Solution, a nonprofit system of colleges advancing student success and community impact.

Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KansasCOM) has been granted pre-accreditation status from the American Osteopathic Association’s Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA). COCA is the accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) for predoctoral education of osteopathic physicians in the United States.

Pre-accreditation, as distinct from full accreditation, permits the KansasCOM to solicit applications and admit students, offer medical instruction within the approved osteopathic medical curriculum, and announce its Pre-Accreditation Status. KansasCOM can be considered for full accreditation status following the graduation of its first class, which it anticipates will occur in May 2026. The attainment of full accreditation status is subject to review and approval by COCA.