LEAD Tutor- Lebanon Campus

Western University

Lebanon (OR)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 28,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Western University in Lebanon, OR is seeking a LEAD Tutor to guide students through small and large group tutoring sessions, mentor new tutors, and collaborate with the LEAD team. Sessions may be virtual or on campus and require strong communication and organizational skills.

The role emphasizes student independence, preparation of materials, and accurate record-keeping, with hours including mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.
Must be in good academic standing and have a grade of “B” or higher in relevant courses.
Enrolled in a WesternU program.

Responsibilities

Provide small group tutoring to students.
Schedule, organize and communicate tutoring sessions with LEAD staff.
Develop a trusting, supportive tutoring environment.
Offer remediation support and retake assistance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Session planning

Group management

MS Office & Google Docs

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Google Docs

Job description

Position Title

Position Control Number

T00492

Type of Position

Temporary / Contract

Position Status

Temporary/Contract

Department

4009-Learning Enhancement / Academic Development

Campus

Western University Campus-Lebanon, OR

Job Summary

Under direction, the LEAD Tutor will work regularly with a group of students through the LEAD Tutorial Assistance Program (TAP). The LEAD Tutor will supply effective facilitation in a manner complementing students’ academic skills while developing mastery of subject material. Student independence rather than tutor dependence will be the emphasis of the LEAD Tutor. Tutoring sessions may be held via virtually and may be held on campus, depending on the content. This position will also plan, prepare, and deliver large group review sessions to be held virtually and on campus as well. Finally, the LEAD Tutor will serve as a mentor for new tutors.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge:

Strong understanding of assigned academic subjects to effectively support students in developing mastery of course material.

Knowledge of tutoring strategies, learning theories, and facilitation techniques that promote student independence rather than tutor dependence.

Working knowledge of virtual learning platforms and online communication tools used for remote tutoring and large‑group review sessions.

Familiarity with institutional academic support services, policies, and procedures relevant to the LEAD Tutorial Assistance Program (TAP).

Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with faculty, staff, students, and external contacts.
Skilled in planning, preparing, and delivering large‑group review sessions both virtually and on campus.
Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Google Docs, and other required software programs.
Capable of managing multiple tutoring groups, preparing materials, and maintaining accurate session records.

Abilities:

Ability to guide small groups of 8–15 students through structured tutoring sessions that enhance comprehension and academic performance.
Ability to mentor new tutors by modeling best practices, offering guidance, and supporting their professional development.
Ability to motivate and engage students in active learning, fostering independence and confidence.
Ability to conduct tutoring sessions in both virtual and on‑campus environments, adjusting methods to meet student needs.
Ability to work cooperatively with program staff, faculty, and fellow tutors to support program goals.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage tutoring schedules, and prepare materials efficiently.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate reliability, and uphold high standards of conduct in all interactions.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree required.
Must be in good academic standing and received a grade of “B” or higher in the course(s) to be considered for the tutor position.

Experience:

Enrolled in a WesternU program.

Preferred Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Small Group Tutoring

Provide small group tutoring to students.
Responsible for working with LEAD office manager and LEAD team to schedule, organize, and communicate tutoring session meeting time.
Through facilitation, develop an atmosphere of mutual trust and support within the tutoring group.
Be available for retake or remediation support.

Large Group Reviews

Plan, prepare, and deliver on campus/virtual large group review sessions with the collaboration of the LEAD team.
Collaborate and communicate with Faculty as needed.
Adhere to LEAD Large Group Review policies.

Data Management

Accurately maintain, complete, and submit an electronic attendance log and for tutoring sessions using LEAD data management system.
Submit timecards either manually or through WesternU processes.

Additional Duties

Collaborate with LEAD office regarding any tutoring issues (academic or personal).
Perform tutorial sessions or workshops related to supporting TAP operations.

Posting Details Continued

Work Schedule

Work hours may include mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Work hours cannot be during scheduled class time.
Hours may vary 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. Additionally,

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 WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.

WesternU’s core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do.

We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum

Minimum $17.00 Hourly

Maximum

Maximum $17.00 Hourly

Physical Demands

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to operate a PC in the performance of job duties and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit, and reach with hands and arms, and occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, and smell. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

Describe Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Duties are normally performed in a typical office setting. The noise level in this setting is typically low to moderate.

Posting Information

Posting Number

TC00523

Posting Date

07/31/2026

Close Date

07/31/2027

Open Until Filled No

Conditions of Employment - Background Check

To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required. Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information. Non‑completion of the background check to satisfaction may impact the ongoing employment of a current Western University of Health Sciences employee who received a conditional offer for the position.

Pay Transparency Act

Pay Transparency Act- Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers various factors in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The Expected Pay Scale is defined as the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Placement within the Expected Pay Scale is determined by internal equity and relevant qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO)

It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law without regard to age, race, color, national origin ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, sex or gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, disability (both physical and mental) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), pregnancy (which includes childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), age, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other applicable protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within WesternU including without limitation, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoffs, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. WesternU makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merits, and business needs at the time.

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