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Kirkwood Community College

Learning for Your Life Time

Tutor Training Seminar Learning Services Department

Welcome

Why are we conducting the seminar? Kirkwood Tutoring Share Information Offer Suggestions Answer Questions Get Feedback Recognize CRLA Certification

Learning Services Learning Services

Department offers academic support services for those students attending Kirkwood.

Tutoring

What is a tutor?1. A person employed to instruct another in

some branch or branches of learning, esp. a private instructor.

Types of Tutoring

Individual Peer Tutoring

Walk-In Tutoring

On-line Tutoring

Computer Application Skills

Individual Tutoring

Done by a qualified student who helps another student explore and understand conceptual skills taught in class

Done on a one-to-one basis

Walk-In Tutoring Math/Science

Math-Includes Basic Math through Calc II

Science-Concentrates on Chemistry and Physics

Nurse Tutoring PN and ADN

Accounting Financial /Managerial

Computer Skills Biology

Online Tutoring

Supplemental Available 24/7 Class tutorials http://www.kirkwood.edu/tutoring

Tutor Center Contact InfoMike ScallonStudent Services CoordinatorPhone: (319) 398-7117E-mail: mscallo@kirkwood.edu

Ronda ThompsonLearning Services AssociatePhone: (319) 398-5425E-mail: rthomps@kirkwood.edu

Mindy NachtmanLearning Services AssociatePhone: (319) 398-5425E-mail: mnachtm@kirkwood.edu

Ben WaychoffLearning Services AssociatePhone: (319) 398-5425E-mail: benjamin.waychoff@kirkwood.edu

Jessica SmithLearning Services AssociatePhone: (319) 398-5425E-mail: Jessica.Smith@kirkwood.edu

Suchetha AnniraLearning Services AssociatePhone: (319) 398-5425E-mail: sannira@kirkwood.edu

How to Become a Peer Tutor A tutor should have an overall

GPA of at least 3.0.

Tutors should have taken the class they would like to tutor and earned a B+ or better in that class, or can be an Instructor/Professor referral if they are currently in the class.

Potential tutors must fill out an application form with references.

All tutors hired will be required to attend the Tutor Training seminar.

Benefits of Being a Tutor Job satisfaction Helping another person Strengthen your understanding of

subjects Resume builder Recognized by CRLA Paid position

Benefits of Receiving Tutoring

Structured learning Individualized Improve academic performance Personal growth Self esteem Confidence Improved attitudes towards

troublesome classes

Who Can Receive Tutoring?

Any learner enrolled in a credited Kirkwood class may receive tutoring.

How Do We Get Started All Tutor assignments come through

the Tutor Center.

The Tutor Center lets you know about the assignment.

It is the learner’s responsibility to contact the tutor and set up an appointment place and time.

Tutoring must take place in a public location

What Do You Do When You Get Your First Call? Exchange Phone Numbers

Especially cell phone numbers The Tutor Center gives the learner

your phone number but we do not give you the learner’s phone number.

Recommend scheduling first appointment at the Tutor Center

Tutor Center can assist with initial introductions if needed.

Be clear about exact meeting times and locations

Be specific- ex. Meet at the Reference Desk

on the first floor of the library at 7:00 p.m.

Write down the specifics that you agreed upon

Do not just say "good bye" when the session is over. 

  You should:

Positively assess the work that was done during the session. 

Ask the learner if he/she has any questions

Give assignments or explain

expectations of the learner if appropriate. 

Schedule your next appointment.

Do any necessary tutor paperwork for your desk.

Adapted from Ball State University, Muncie, IN

2005http://vgncds.bsu.edu:82/universitycollege/article/0,,24002--,00.html

Ending a Tutor Session

Do’s Do exchange phone numbers during your initial phone conversation with the learner.

Do show up to your appointment on time.

Do call the learner 24 hours in advance if you know you will not be able to keep an appointment.

Do bring your time sheet to each appointment for the learner to sign.

Do turn time sheets in by the last day of the month

Do always give the learner your full attention.

Do express confidence that the learner can learn the material.

Do wear modest clothing. Shirt and shoes required.

Don't be quick to judge.

Don't assume the role and responsibility of an instructor.

Don't do your learner’s class assignments.

Don't be afraid to admit to your learner that you do not know an answer.

Don’t comment on the professor or the grades given for assignments, tests, exams, and so on.

Don’t let your tutoring session turn into social hour.

Don’t bring food or drinks to the Tutor Center.

Don’ts

Classes We Don’t Tutor

The Tutor Center does not offer tutoring for writing, speech, and communication classes. Learners are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the Writing Center in Room 3067 Cedar Hall.

We do not tutor ELA (English Language Acquisition)

We do not tutor for continuing education courses.

How Much Tutoring Can a Learner Receive? Learners can receive

two hours of tutoring per week, for two subjects per semester.

(Learners may receive up to four hours of tutoring per week, per subject, for two subjects per semester if they have been identified as a learner with a learning disability as established by the Americans with Disabilities Act).

Tutor Center 2071 Cedar Hall Computer Lab in Nielsen Hall. Kirkwood Library Public Library Coffee Shops Public Location Conducive to Education Never in a Private Residence

Meeting Places

Cancellation Notices If you are not able to

meet with the learner, give as much notification as you can.

The Tutor Center recommends a 24-hour notice.

Tutor Evaluations Your learners will be

asked to complete an evaluation form at the end

of the semester.

http://www.kirkwood.edu/tutoring/evaluate.htm

Confidentiality Clauses

Please turn signed confidentiality clause in tonight

Test Your Tutor Training Knowledge

http://perception.kirkwood.edu/q4/open.dll

In the Name box: type your name In the Group box: type "tutor" (no quotes) Then scroll to the Tutor Center Exam. Then just complete and submit. You will be paid for taking the exam.