Self-Help - Peer Tutors - Block 3

ECU Department of Academic Affairs - Brody School of Medicine is currently seeking to hire multiple Peer Tutors for for the 2025 Block 3 academic year.

The Peer Tutoring Program offers academic support for medical students through group sessions or one-on-one tutoring led by peer tutors. As a tutor you will be expected to help your assigned student(s) develop a deeper understanding of course materials, help clarify any course concepts and to support and encourage the student(s). Tutors are expected to maintain a professional work ethic, demeanor, and appearance while tutoring. We also want this program to provide leadership and personal development to the tutors. Tutors are expected to perform a variety of functions.

Other responsibilities include:

* Leading weekly one-on-one or small group sessions that fit the needs of the student
* Reviewing classroom materials and assignments
* Discuss questions, help students understand key concepts discussed in the classroom
* Sharing skills to improve academic performance, including study strategies, note-taking skills and approaches to answering test questions.
* Assisting students with test preparation, papers and other academic tasks
* Providing students positive and constructive feedback
* Providing the Peer Tutor Coordinator with at least 4 hours of availability each week to allot enough time for the 45-minute sessions with assigned student(s)

Skills - Tutors use a variety of skills and academic knowledge to provide the most comprehensive help possible. Skills may include:

* Using knowledge of the academic subject
* Strong verbal and written communication skills to clearly explain challenging concepts, provide instruction and deliver feedback
* Ability to motivate and encourage students to improve their academic performance
* Creativity and flexibility to personalize their learning approach for individual student
* Patience and compassion for students as they develop skills and improve their performance
* Previous demonstrated excellence in the academic subject they plan to tutor in

Previous demonstrated excellence in the academic subject they plan to tutor in.

Please upload your resume online.

If not already completed, please fill out this RedCap application for more specific information for OSSaW https://redcap.ecu.edu/surveys/?s=7KDH7R78LXCCLJMC

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.