School of Pharmacy Peer Tutor for the Office of Students

Key Responsibilities

• Tutor up to three tutees on a first come first served basis or small groups, as schedule permits.
• Aid students with understanding of course concepts, homework, and exam preparation.
• Contact assigned tutee(s) within 48 hours and arrange a meeting at a mutually agreed on time and location.
• Provide the tutee(s) with at least 24 hours advanced notice if unable to keep a scheduled tutoring appointment.
• Attend required mandatory scheduled tutor meetings set forth by the Associate Director for the Office of Students.
• Attend training sessions and staff meetings as required.
• Provide the Office of Students with consistent feedback about the tutee’s academic progress, study habits, and any issues, which may arise with the tutoring process and program.
• Be evaluated by the tutee(s) and have the evaluation shared with the coursemaster.
• Tutoring feedback will be shared with the Office of Students.
• Submit bi-weekly time sheets that accurately reflect the amount of time spent tutoring.
• Keep accurate records of tutoring sessions and students attendance.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Promote a positive, encouraging, and inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a current student at UM School of Pharmacy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated patience, adaptability, and a passion for helping others.
• Ability to motivate and engage students of diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Dependability and punctuality.
• Ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Willingness to learn and improve tutoring techniques.