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Health Professions Tutor, TRIO STEM Student Support Services

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Health Professions Tutor, TRIO STEM Student Support Services

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Department
TRIO STEM Student Support Services

Campus Location
Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type
Part Time

Pay
$12.00 per hour, 10 hrs a week

Work Schedule; work is performed on-site and in person.
Based on class schedule

Export Compliance Requirement
No export control requirement.

Job Story
The Health Professions Tutor provides high quality academic support to undergraduate participants in the federally funded TRIO STEM Student Support Services Program who are pursuing pre health and health professions pathways, including nursing, pre medicine, pre dental, pre pharmacy, dental hygiene, and other allied health programs. The tutor helps students master demanding science and health coursework, build study habits that hold up in rigorous programs, and grow the confidence they need to stay on track toward professional school and licensure.

Job Summary
A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.

Job Duties
Provide individual and small group tutoring in pre health and health professions courses such as Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, General Biology, General and Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medical Terminology, and other course needs that arise.
Help students understand key concepts, work through problems, and apply course content to clinical and real world health scenarios.
Teach study strategies suited to health sciences coursework, including memorization techniques, concept mapping, lab practical preparation, and approaches to high stakes exams.
Maintain accurate tutoring session records and communicate student progress or concerns to the Tutor Coordinator.
Participate in tutor training and program events as scheduled.

Required Education
High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Wichita State University.

Additional Requirements
Minimum Sophomore standing; maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0; has achieved a grade of “B” or better in tutored courses.
Major in a health professions field (such as Nursing, Dental Hygiene Health Sciences, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or a pre health track).
Prior tutoring, teaching, mentoring, or peer‑education experience.

Required Experience
This is specific to each position and department. See additional requirements and preferences.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting first‑generation, low‑income, or students with disabilities.

Physical Requirements
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.

 

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