Academic Tutor - IllinoisCOM

The University opened the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM), in summer 2026, with a mission is to train exceptional physicians to leverage the interconnection of physical and mental health to provide compassionate, patient-centered care of the highest quality.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Academic Tutor is a part-time temporary position within the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM). The Academic Tutor supports currently enrolled IllinoisCOM students by assisting with academic success strategies. Tutors provide individual and/or group tutoring to students across a broad range of courses based on their personal area of expertise. Tutors meet with students to clarify and review concepts taught in class, explain processes, and help students solve specific problems. Tutoring supports classroom-centered activities and is responsive to students identified needs while remaining aligned with course objectives, approved instructional materials, and institutional academic-integrity expectations. Tutors do not complete assignments for students, provide answers to graded work, predict examination content, independently modify course requirements, or serve as the instructor of record.

The Academic Tutor reports to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs. This is a remote position. Tutors will typically be assigned 2 to 10 hours per week, depending on availability and need. Applicants should generally be available to tutor at least two days per week. All tutoring sessions will be conducted virtually.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES (include, but are not limited to):

• Complete required tutor training and onboarding before providing tutoring services
• Prepare for and facilitate individual and/or group sessions
• Document tutoring attendance and services using designated system
• Protect the confidentiality and integrity of examinations, student information, and course materials
• Recognize, utilize, and apply study techniques that address different learning needs, learning styles, and student preferences
• Foster a professional and welcoming environment by demonstrating respect for students' diverse backgrounds, cultures, language skills, and experiences
• Use active listening strategies to allow student to determine content and pace of tutoring
• Utilize listening and questioning strategies as the primary tutoring method to diagnose student needs and monitor progress
• Participate in professional development activities to improve tutorial skills, cultural competence, and reflection skills
• Utilize feedback and reflection to improve practice
• Recognize primary role to help students become more confident, more successful, self-directed learners
• Communicate with students in a manner that is both direct and supportive.
• Provide direct assistance in the use of equipment, learning objects, and materials needed for student success
• Make appropriate referrals to other campus and community resources when necessary
• Facilitate problem-solving through inquiry, curiosity, and collaborative learning.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled and in good standing as a second-, third-, or fourth-year student at an accredited MD or DO granting medical school.
• Demonstrated proficiency in each course or subject area the applicant will tutor, as established through coursework, academic performance, faculty recommendation, or other documentation requested by IllinoisCOM.
• Must be in good academic and professional standing and maintain this standing throughout employment
• Demonstrated mastery of the subject area, as evidenced by relevant coursework, professional experience, faculty recommendation, or other credentials approved by IllinoisCOM.
• Prior tutoring, teaching, facilitation, or academic-support experience preferred.
• Ability to provide virtual tutoring from a private, professional environment with reliable internet access and appropriate audio and video capabilities.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent written and verbal communication and comprehension skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information
• Good organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage professional and interpersonal relationships and interact effectively with diverse members of the institutional community and outside constituencies.
• Proficiency in data entry and the use of required database system

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $20 per hour base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.

https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/career-opportunities/

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note: For the protection of faculty, staff, students, and all who enter our facilities, The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per CDC guidance.

Organization

The Chicago School is a not-for-profit, accredited institution with more than 4,000 students at campuses across the country (Chicago, Los Angeles and Orange Counties, Calif., and Washington, D.C.) and online. TCS has been an innovator in the field of psychology and related behavioral science for more than 30 years. TCS offers more than 20 degree programs and a wealth of opportunities for international experiences.

Central to our transformational impact on students, their communities, and the practice of psychology is The Engaged Professional Model of Education. This groundbreaking approach to training leverages the talents and experience of faculty practitioners, who work with our Community Partnership and Applied Professional Practice teams to provide students a rich spectrum of clinical training in a wide range of community settings. In fact, the School was the first of its kind to be named to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for its leadership in service and civic engagement.

Our graduates emerge with unrivaled skills, and ready to make much-needed changes in the communities they serve. They work around the world in hospitals, schools, community centers, agencies, NGOs, private practice, and elsewhere. Our graduates blend a sophisticated understanding of the human experience with high-quality practice in fields such as adolescent psychology, applied behavior analysis, Latino mental health, and forensic psychology.

The Chicago School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is an active member of the National Council of Schools and Programs of Professional Psychology—which has recognized The Chicago School for its distinguished service and outstanding contributions to cultural diversity and advocacy.