Remediation Tutor

Description Recruitment Period

• 06/08/2026 -
• Until
• Filled
• Status: Per Diem (0.01
• FTE)
• Hiring
• Rate: $21.25/hour

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) was founded as a 501(c) (3) non-profit medical institution in 2005 aimed at increasing access to health care in medically underserved areas of the Pacific Northwest.

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) does not sponsor employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment with PNWU. Employment eligibility will be verified in accordance with federal law.

The University currently offers the degrees of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Doctor of Dental Medicine, Master of Sciences in Biomedical Sciences, and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy enrolling over 550 students annually. Interprofessional education partnerships with other universities adds another 100 students to the population. The campus includes 300 employees with academic programming spread over a five state region.

PNWU is located in Yakima, WA, a city of approximately 95,000 located in the south central part of the state near the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains in a major agricultural and outdoor recreation region. It is approximately 140 miles from Seattle, 170 miles from Portland, and 200 miles from Spokane. The Yakima Valley is a wonderful place to live, work and play. For more information, visit https://www.visityakima.com/.

General Summary

The Remediation Tutor provides academic support to students enrolled in the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), and Master of Medical Sciences (MMS) programs who are participating in course remediation or experiencing academic difficulty. Tutors assist students in strengthening foundational knowledge, improving study strategies, and developing independent learning skills within a supportive and professional learning environment. This position promotes academic success while upholding university standards of professionalism, inclusivity, confidentiality, and academic integrity.

Essential Job Functions

· Facilitate individual and/or small-group remediation tutoring sessions in assigned subject areas. · Assist students with reviewing course concepts, applying knowledge, and developing effective study strategies. · Encourage active participation, critical thinking, and independent learning during tutoring sessions. · Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and appropriate tutor-student boundaries. · Document tutoring sessions and communicate relevant concerns to the Learning Skills Specialist as appropriate. · Participate in tutor training sessions, meetings, and professional development activities. · Foster a respectful, inclusive, and academically focused learning environment. · Performs other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need.

Requirements

• Education:
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree

Experience

• Required: Less than 1 year
• Preferred: Prior tutoring, mentoring, or teaching experience

Desired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to explain complex concepts clearly and effectively; demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and confidentiality; knowledge of effective study strategies and learning techniques; ability to work with students from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds; and commitment to academic integrity and inclusive learning practices.

To ensure full consideration submit

• A letter of introduction outlining background and qualifications for the position
• Detailed resume
• Contact information for three professional references

The job announcement above is not the full job description, but represents the job responsibilities and requirements. A full job description can be provided upon request.

PNWU offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees first of the month following date of hire and competitive salary. Benefit Package (benefit eligible is at least .5 FTE): Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Paid Time Off 403b with Roth Option Paid Holidays For information about life in Yakima visit our PNWU page.

PNWU is a drug-free workplace, equal opportunity employer and educational institution. To request this publication in an alternative format, or to apply in an alternative format, please call Human Resources, 509.452.5100.