Student Assistant (Tutor) - Job at Rutgers University in Newark, NJ

Student Assistant (Tutor)

Newark, NJ

Posted 1 month ago

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Recruitment/Posting Title	Student Assistant (Tutor)
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Student Affairs and Services
Department	SHP-Dean's office-Admin
Overview	New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
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 . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Position Pension Eligibility

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	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.

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST2969
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Newark (RBHS)
City	Newark
State	NJ
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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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Job Summary

Company

Rutgers University

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full or Part Time

Required Experience

Open