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Lecturer Position

LEAD Tutor- Lebanon Campus

Deadline
Jul 31, 2027
Closing in 285 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 08, 2026
Offered salary$17.00 Hourly

About the role

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About WesternU

As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture.

At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.

Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.

Posting Details

Position Title LEAD Tutor- Lebanon Campus

Position Control Number T00492 Type of Position Temporary / Contract Position Status Temporary/Contract Department 4009-Learning Enhancement / Academic Development Campus Western University Campus-Lebanon, OR Position Location Oregon Job Summary Under direction, the LEAD Tutor will work regularly with a group of students through the LEAD Tutorial Assistance Program (TAP). The LEAD Tutor will supply effective facilitation in a manner complementing students' academic skills while developing mastery of subject material. Student independence rather than tutor dependence will be the emphasis of the LEAD Tutor. Tutoring sessions may be held via virtually and may be held on campus, depending on the content. This position will also plan, prepare, and deliver large group review sessions to be held virtually and on campus as well. Finally, the LEAD Tutor will serve as a mentor for new tutors.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge:

  • Strong understanding of assigned academic subjects to effectively support students in developing mastery of course material.
  • Knowledge of tutoring strategies, learning theories, and facilitation techniques that promote student independence rather than tutor dependence.
  • Working knowledge of virtual learning platforms and online communication tools used for remote tutoring and large‑group review sessions.
  • Familiarity with institutional academic support services, policies, and procedures relevant to the LEAD Tutorial Assistance Program (TAP).
  • Skills:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with faculty, staff, students, and external contacts.
  • Skilled in planning, preparing, and delivering large‑group review sessions both virtually and on campus.
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Google Docs, and other required software programs.
  • Capable of managing multiple tutoring groups, preparing materials, and maintaining accurate session records.
  • Abilities:

  • Ability to guide small groups of 8–15 students through structured tutoring sessions that enhance comprehension and academic performance.
  • Ability to mentor new tutors by modeling best practices, offering guidance, and supporting their professional development.
  • Ability to motivate and engage students in active learning, fostering independence and confidence.
  • Ability to conduct tutoring sessions in both virtual and on‑campus environments, adjusting methods to meet student needs.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with program staff, faculty, and fellow tutors to support program goals.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, manage tutoring schedules, and prepare materials efficiently.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate reliability, and uphold high standards of conduct in all interactions.
  • Required Qualifications Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • Must be in good academic standing and received a grade of “B” or higher in the course(s) to be considered for the tutor position.
  • Experience:

  • Enrolled in a WesternU program.
  • Preferred Qualifications

    Essential Job Duties

    Key Responsibilities Small Group Tutoring:

  • Provide small group tutoring to students.
  • Responsible for working with LEAD office manager and LEAD team to schedule, organize, and communicate tutoring session meeting time.
  • Through facilitation, develop an atmosphere of mutual trust and support within the tutoring group.
  • Be available for retake or remediation support
  • Key Responsibilities Large Group Reviews:

  • Plan, prepare, and deliver on campus/virtual large group review sessions with the collaboration of the LEAD team.
  • Create practice questions.
  • Collaborate and communicate with Faculty as needed.
  • Adhere to LEAD Large Group Review policies.
  • Key Responsibilities Data Management:

  • Accurately maintain, complete, and submit an electronic attendance log and for tutoring sessions using LEAD data management system.
  • Submit timecards either manually or through WesternU processes.
  • Key Responsibilities Additional Duties:

  • Collaborate with LEAD office regarding any tutoring issues (academic or personal).
  • Perform tutorial sessions or workshops related to supporting TAP operations.
  • Posting Details Continued

    Work Schedule

  • Work hours – not to exceed 10 hours biweekly.
  • Working at WesternU

    We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable.

    We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally,

    • Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.

    • Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment.

    • Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community.

    • As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.

    • WesternU's core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do.

    • We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!

    Expected Pay Scale

    Minimum $17.00 Hourly

    Maximum $17.00 Hourly

    Physical Demands

    Physical Demands

    Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes

    If yes, list maximum weight and duration The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to operate a PC in the performance of job duties and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit, and reach with hands and arms, and occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, and smell. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus. Describe Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a typical office setting. The noise level in this setting is typically low to moderate.

    Posting Information

    Posting Number TC00523

    Posting Date 07/31/2026 Close Date 07/31/2027 Open Until Filled No

    Conditions of Employment - Background Check

    To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required. Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information. Non- completion of the background check to satisfaction may impact the ongoing employment of a current Western University of Health Sciences employee who received a conditional offer for the position.

    Pay Transparency Act

    Pay Transparency Act- Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers various factors in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The Expected Pay Scale is defined as the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Placement within the Expected Pay Scale is determined by internal equity and relevant qualifications.

    Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO)

    It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law without regard to age, race, color, national origin ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, sex or gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, disability (both physical and mental) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), pregnancy (which includes childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), age, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other applicable protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within WesternU including without limitation, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoffs, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. WesternU makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merits, and business needs at the time.

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  • Cover Letter
  • Additional Applicant Document
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