Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Student Academic Tutor

Important Notifications

Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

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• Department:

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

• A Resume
• A Cover Letter
• A Supplemental Document answering the following questions:
• 1. Why do you want to be a tutor?
• 2. What subject would you like to tutor?

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Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval

About the role

This recruitment will be used to fill multiple part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Academic Tutor positions for Oregon State University-Cascades' Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.

As a DPT Academic Tutor,

• You will provide academic support to fellow DPT students by helping them understand course material, develop effective study strategies, and improve their academic skills.
• You will work one-on-one or in small groups, tailoring your approach to meet the specific needs of each student.

This role requires strong communication skills, subject matter expertise, and a supportive attitude. DPT Academic Tutors play a vital role in fostering the collaborative learning environment and enhancing the academic success of their peers.

Position Duties

• 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.

Transferable Skill Development

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:

• Communication, Critical Thinking, Professionalism

Qualifications

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
• Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
• High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
• Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
• Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
• Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
• Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*

Additional information

*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Salary Range

Anticipated Start Date: 2026-10-14

Anticipated End Date: