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Tutoring Services

Becoming a Tutor

Summary of Position

    Work individually or in small groups modeling appropriate study behavior and assisting students in areas of difficulty.

Requirements

    bullet Minimum of 2.8 GPA
    bullet Completed at least 15 credit hours at Wright State University
    bullet Received a grade of A or B in courses to be tutored
    bullet Ability to communicate effectively

Duties and Responsibilties

    bullet Prepare for tutoring session (e.g., read chapter, prepare quiz, etc.)
    bullet Meet punctually and regularly
    bullet Be supportive, empathic, and encouraging
    bullet Respect confidentiality of sessions
    bullet Support instructor
    bullet Confront motivation, laziness, and attitude problems
    bullet Maintain professional academic thrust of session
    bullet Involve tutee in central role in tutoring activity
    bullet Help with study habits (e.g., note taking, time planning)
    bullet Help clarify new information
    bullet Praise the student where possible and work to build a positive self image
    bullet Build as much success for the tutee as possible at each meeting
    bullet Demonstrate problem-solving skills
    bullet Help tutee approach the reading of the text
    bullet Up to 20 hours/week (30 hours/week with 3.0 GPA)

Application

    Candidates for tutoring positions need to complete an application and attend a training conference. Appointments can be made at Tutoring Services in 023R Dunbar Library or by calling 775-2280.

 

For additional information contact David Hurwitz.

 

 

Contact us:

Tutoring Services -- E-mail: wsututor@wright.edu

While the actual tutoring can take place at any time the tutors are available, to sign up for a tutor come to our office during open hours:

Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m.; Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
023R Dunbar Library
Wright State University
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy.
Dayton, OH 45435-0001

Telephone: (937) 775-2280

 


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