OPEN POSITIONTutors for Doctorate

Doctoral Tutors provide advanced academic support following InTASC standards to help students achieve meaningful and effective learning. They assist doctoral students in understanding complex concepts, improving their academic skills, and enhancing their performance through personalized guidance and mentorship.

The role involves creating an inclusive and challenging learning environment, addressing the unique needs of doctoral students, and staying updated with current teaching methods and best practices. Tutors work closely with faculty to ensure their support aligns with course objectives, contributing to the overall academic success of doctoral students.

• Prepare and deliver engaging lectures, seminars, and workshops aligned with InTASC Standard #1 (Learner Development), adapting teaching strategies to accommodate students at different stages of their academic and cognitive development.
• Use multiple instructional strategies to encourage active participation and critical thinking, following InTASC Standard #8 (Instructional Strategies).
• Provide inclusive and supportive learning environments based on InTASC Standard #2 (Learning Differences) to meet diverse student needs.

• Develop course materials that integrate relevant content knowledge and real-world applications, adhering to InTASC Standard #4 (Content Knowledge).
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to create an interdisciplinary approach to course design, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving in line with InTASC Standard #5 (Application of Content).

• Mentor and advise students to foster intellectual growth and career planning, adhering to InTASC Standard #3(Learning Environments), by creating supportive, respectful, and motivational environments.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback, guiding students through challenges while developing self-efficacy and motivation, in line with InTASC Standard #6 (Assessment).

• Design varied and fair assessments (quizzes, exams, projects) that reflect students’ understanding of course content and their critical thinking abilities, in line with InTASC Standard #6 (Assessment).
• Use assessment data to monitor student progress and make informed decisions on instruction, adhering to InTASC Standard #7 (Planning for Instruction).

• Continuously improve instructional practices by engaging in professional development, networking with peers, and attending conferences, following InTASC Standard #9 (Professional Learning and Ethical Practice).
• Conduct and publish research or engage in creative projects, and incorporate findings into teaching methods and materials, in line with InTASC Standard #10 (Leadership and Collaboration).

• Participate in faculty meetings, curriculum development, and institutional committees that promote excellence in education, following InTASC Standard #10 (Leadership and Collaboration).
• Support the mission and goals of the institution through active involvement in departmental initiatives and community engagement projects.

• Collaborate with community stakeholders to enrich the learning experience and create connections between academic knowledge and professional practice, as outlined in InTASC Standard #5 (Application of Content) and Standard #10 (Leadership and Collaboration).
• Participate in community outreach programs, recruitment, and other activities that build strong student engagement and institution presence.

• InTASC Standard #1: Develop engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons that respect the learners’ academic, social, and emotional stages.
• InTASC Standard #2: Adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with different learning styles, backgrounds, and abilities.
• InTASC Standard #3: Establish a classroom environment that supports individual and collaborative learning and encourages student interaction.
• InTASC Standard #4: Demonstrate a strong understanding of subject matter, incorporating contemporary research and innovative teaching techniques.
• InTASC Standard #5: Connect subject matter to real-world applications, enabling students to apply what they learn to various professional settings.
• InTASC Standard #6: Use multiple methods of assessment to gauge student progress and adjust teaching strategies as needed.
• InTASC Standard #7: Plan instructional activities that align with learning objectives and foster critical thinking.
• InTASC Standard #8: Implement a variety of instructional strategies that engage students and promote deep understanding of course content.
• InTASC Standard #9: Engage in continuous professional development and reflect on teaching practices to ensure ongoing improvement.
• InTASC Standard #10: Collaborate with colleagues, students, and the community to foster an enriching academic environment.

• Education: A Doctoral degree (PhD, DBA, EdD, or equivalent) in the relevant field.
• Experience:
  • Prior experience in tutoring, teaching, or academic support at the relevant educational level.
  • Experience in providing personalized or group academic support is preferred.
• Skills:
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency with digital learning tools and online education platforms.
  • Ability to foster a supportive, inclusive learning environment aligned with the InTASC standards.
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse student needs effectively.

• Part-time.
• Online teaching, with potential evening or weekend commitments.