Career Opportunities: Tutor (Bloomberg American Health Initiative (BAHI Operations))

Tutor (Bloomberg American Health Initiative (BAHI Operations)) (120400) Requisition ID 120400 - Posted 02/18/2026 - School of Public Health - 10001021-BAHI Operations The Bloomberg American Health Initiative seeks to make progress on five challenges facing health in the United States: addiction and overdose, environmental challenges, obesity and the food system, risks to adolescent health, and violence. A key part of the initiative is the Bloomberg Fellows Program, which is designed for individuals who are currently working with organizations on the front lines of one of these five challenges in the United States. Bloomberg Fellows pursue either an MPH or a DrPH degree and center their studies in their focus area and engage with their organization while at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health. We are seeking a Tutor who will provide academic support to Bloomberg Fellows on an as needed basis for biostatistics and epidemiology courses and possibly other quantitative related coursework. The position will report to the Fellowship Officer. The Tutor will handle information of sensitive and confidential nature and as such, will be required to maintain strict confidentiality. This position provides students with additional academic support in a professional manner. Tutors elicit critical thinking and aid in students’ understanding of their writing and academic requirements. The Tutor assists students in understanding content in designated courses by using various teaching/tutoring strategies and will prepare and lead one-on-one as well as possible group study sessions. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Instruction/Tutoring (95%) - Provide students with assistance in the writing process. - Use various teaching strategies to provide instruction. - Assist students with academic goal setting. - Keep records of appointments and student progress. - Attend all necessary training courses and workshops. - Lead training for peer tutors and conduct observations of peer tutors. Administrative Tasks (5%) - Using scheduling software to enter data and accurately record appointment attendance. - Attending monthly staff meetings. - On-time tracking and submission of weekly hours spent performing responsibilities. - Other duties as assigned. In Addition to the Duties Listed Above - Provide academic support/tutor Bloomberg Fellows specifically in core courses: Statistical Reasoning in Public Health 1 and 2 and Epidemiologic Inference 1 and 2 as requested. - Identify individualized strategies to aid students in the understanding of their course material. - Assist students with reviewing class material, understanding homework and assignments, and practice study skills for exams. - As needed, review and provide constructive feedback on homework, and assignments for students. - Manage a flexible schedule to meet the needs of Bloomberg Fellows via zoom, phone, or other virtual platforms. Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study. - Some related experience. - Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications - Advanced Degree in related field of study. - Master’s degree in biostatistics or epidemiology. - One year of experience tutoring Master’s and doctoral-level students in biostatistics and epidemiology. Previous experience as a teaching assistant at the graduate level is a big plus. - Experience navigating various learning management systems (I.e. Zoom, Google Classroom, etc.) Tutors should have a knack for, - Being able to meet students at their level of understanding. - Break down complex theories into small, understandable ideas. - Ability to tutor the subjects listed below, - Epidemiology (epidemiologic Inference) - Biostatistics - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Excellent time management and organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow-through. - Available on evenings and one weekend day throughout the academic year, including summer months to accommodate students in various time zones. Technical Skills and Expected Level of Proficiency - Differentiated Instruction - Awareness - Educational Technologies - Awareness - Literacy - Awareness - Oral and Written Communication - Awareness - Organizational Skills - Awareness - Record Keeping - Awareness - Stakeholder Engagement - Awareness The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs. Classified Title: Tutor Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MA Starting Salary Range: $17.11 - $29.90 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Part-time Schedule: Monday to Thursday 6:00pm – 10:00pm; Saturday 6:00pm – 10:00pm FLSA Status: Exempt Location: Remote Department name: BAHI Operations Personnel area: School of Public Health

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