Job description
The Health Professions Readiness Education Program (HealthPREP) at Emory is an 8-week summer program (May 30 - July 21, 2023) facilitated by Emory School of Medicine (SOM) in partnership with the Rollins School of Public Health (RSPH). HealthPREP is open to undergraduate and graduate scholars interested in pursuing a career within the health professions. We provide opportunities to increase competitiveness for admissions, professional development activities, and exposure to primary care settings, as well as research principles. The overall purpose of HealthPREP is to facilitate the entry of qualified students from educationally and economically disadvantaged backgrounds, into health-related graduate and professional schools.
JOB SUMMARY:
HealthPREP is looking to hire five (5) SOM learners to serve as tutors for the HealthPREP scholars. We are requesting 3 tutors specific for MCAT material and 2 tutors specific for GRE material. The MCAT/GRE tutors’ primary responsibilities involve instructional engagement, including answering questions about material presented in the scholar’s Kaplan MCAT/GRE Prep Course throughout the summer program. HealthPREP MCAT/GRE tutors are expected to be in good academic standing and foster a supportive learning environment. HealthPREP tutors will receive a stipend award to cover approximately 8 hours per week beginning in mid-April through the end of July 2023.
GENERAL POSITION RESPOSIBILITES:
Ensure HealthPREP scholars receive additional instructional support regarding MCAT or GRE-related material- Demonstrate professionalism through preparedness and communication
- Interact with HealthPREP learners to facilitate a collaborative, positive, and engaging environment
- Provide ‘best practices’, ‘effective study tips’, and personalized feedback as the scholars prepare themselves for the MCAT/GRE
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
Required work hours (~ 8 hours/week): Program preparation will occur from April – May. Tutoring services will occur from May 30 - July 21, 2023. Tutors will schedule dates/times with HealthPREP scholars during scholars’ study session blocks (preferably during 8 AM – 5 PM).- Each tutor will be responsible for providing 1 hour of one-on-one tutoring to 5 HealthPREP scholars each week, and ~3 hrs/week for planning, preparation, and communication with scholars.
- Record HealthPREP scholar attendance each week.
- Tutors are responsible for their own transportation/parking.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:
Mastery of material presented in the MCAT or GRE (depending on tutoring position applying for)- Track record of previous tutoring, teaching, or training experience is preferred
- Availability to tutor in-person 5 hours/week from May 30 - July 21, 2023.
- Demonstrated academic success
- Exceptional leadership skills and passion for mentoring
- Strong organizational skills
- Proficiency in communication and interpersonal skills
- Prior experience working with historically underrepresented and/or minoritized populations or organizations (through research, work experience, or other teaching engagements). Qualified students from historically underrepresented and/or minoritized groups in health-related graduate and professional schools are highly encouraged to apply.
NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.
Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture:
Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.
Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.
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