Tutor

Summary

The MCW student tutor assists in the development and implementation of various tutoring programs by providing review of material and application of information to their specified peer student body (M1 - M4s, MD/PhD, Graduate, and/or PharmD) through one-on-one tutoring, large and small group formats, Q &A, high yield discussion, and practicum type educational formats that correspond to required course work.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work effectively with Course Directors, faculty members, Program Manager of Academic Support and Enrichment and other tutors to develop a solid teaching plan for integration of information and focus of relevant information with applicability.
• Effectively assist students in resolving deficiencies to enhance academic performance.
• Provide effective learning and study skill techniques to enhance understanding and integration.
• Communicate appropriately in a professional and supportive manner with students, tutors and faculty.
• Provide USMLE type examples to enhance learning.

If assigned as an Academic Enhancement tutor

• Provide group sessions on a weekly basis
• Provide review and Q & A sessions prior to exams.

Other Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• Experience providing learning strategies to diverse learners
• Good understanding and application of teaching from a team based and problem-solving approach.
• Familiarity with MCW's medical school, graduate school, or PharmD curriculum
• Ability to work with others within a team framework
• Experience conducting educational presentations
• Experience with large and small group facilitation
• Well organized, detail oriented and good communication skills
• Good grasp of creative problem solving
• Ability to research for new resources to enhance learning
• Ability to listen and provide constructive feedback
• Be available and flexible for students and faculty

Qualifications

• Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.
• Minimum Required Education: Must be an M2, M3, M4, PharmD, or graduate student

Physical Requirements

Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.