Student Assistant (Tutor)
Posting Summary
Rutgers School of Health Professions (SHP) Office of Enrollment Management is seeking Student Assistants (Tutors) to provide support to students from a range of multiple disciplines in the Health Professions field.
The Student Assistant will bridge the gap between the college and the needs of the student and help students make academic progress while promoting independent learning and self-reliance.
The department is currently seeking twelve (12) student assistants / tutors.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following :
- Assists the Office of Enrollment Management with various data collection and reporting with respect to tutor usage and student progress.
- Provides academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually.
- Maintains records on each student who is being tutored, including follow-up and periodic assessment.
- Helps students develop positive attitudes toward learning and studying and help students develop a high level of motivation in academic areas.
- Assists students in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas.
- Attends periodic training sessions given by staff members to increase competency in working with students.
- Collaborates with Enrollment Management Student Advisor and provides feedback regarding student progress.
- Understands and adheres to Rutgers’ compliance standards as they appear in RBHS’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Position Status Part Time Hours Per Week 20 hours per week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Grade 99H Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary Annual Mid Range Salary Annual Maximum Salary Standard Hours 35.
00 Union Description Non-Union Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to .
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- Currently enrolled as an SHP Rutgers student pursuing a degree in a School of Health Professions discipline.
- Students must have received a grade of B or higher in the course in which they wish to tutor.
- Must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5.
Certifications / Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Must be patient, disciplined, and sensitive to our diverse student population.
- Demonstrated ability to willingly engage and interact with a diverse population of students and professionals.
- Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills as well as superior organizational and time management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Must be self-directed and able to complete assignments in a timely manner.
Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Special Conditions
- Ability to travel to all Rutgers School of Health Professions campuses.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend assignments.