What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Assistant Learning Tutor (Non-Work Study) position at Albert Einstein College of Medicine?
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
This position is only open to Einstein Medical School Students. Tutors will work on an as needed basis:
- Tutors will work with 1-3 students to clarify information, review specific course material and encourage effective study skills applicable to all basic science courses.
- Tutors are encouraged to stimulate critical thinking, foster an understanding of the "big picture" and help students become active participants in the learning process.
- Students who receive tutoring are generally either having acedemic concerns or " at risk" for failure evidenced by repeated exam or course difficulty.
- Tutors receive advisement and training to enhance and prepare for their sessions prior to meeting with students.
- Although time and duration may vary, tutoring sessions are generally 1 1/2 or 2 hours.
- Tutors are expected to submit appropriate, accurate paperwork on time.
- Tutoring and progress of students receiving services is closely monitord by office.
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ABOUT US
Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Einstein) is one of the nation’s premier institutions for medical education, basic research and clinical investigation, and proud home to more than 3,000 faculty and staff, 750 medical students and 245 PhD students, including 116 students in the combined MD/PhD programs. As a longstanding national leader in biomedical research, Einstein has 300 research laboratories and in 2012 the National Institutes of Health awarded Einstein $160 million in funding. Einstein offers challenging, exciting, and rewarding careers for highly talented individuals who are dedicated to advancing pioneering educational and research initiatives. We pride ourselves in our humanitarian mission of serving the community and promoting an academic and working culture that is both supportive and collaborative. At Einstein, science is truly at the heart of medicine. Link here to review Einstein stories in the media and watch a video of Einstein's history, recent successes and innovative plans for the future.
The Albert Einstein College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Einstein seeks candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence, and the communities we serve.
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