How to Become a Tutor
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- The Tutor Program hires between 70-80 tutors each year.
- Applicants must:
- be currently enrolled in a degree or certificate program at UMaine and taking at least six credit hours.
- have earned an A or B in the course or courses they are willing to tutor.
- have an overall GPA of at least 2.5(3.0 or better preferred).
- have good communication skills AND be willing to work with small groups.
- have a high level of patience and a sincere desire to help others.
- Tutors are most needed in the following subjects areas:
- Accounting
- Math
- Biochemistry
- Modern Languages
- History
- Physics
- Biology
- Social Sciences
- Engineering
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Tutor responsibilities
- Work with 2-3 groups of students for 2 hours each week
- Prepare for tutoring sessions
- Be aware of student progress and the various study skills and learning strategies applicable to the material covered.
- Complete progress reports on each group for each payroll period.
- Attend tutor-training sessions provided by The Tutor Program.
- Responsibilities and duties are more clearly outlined at the time of the interview.
- Tutor benefits:
- Tutoring is a great way to prepare for upper level courses, junior proficiencies, GRE's, and other professional exams.
- It is a wonderful opportunity to develop and improve interpersonal communication skills.
- Upon completion of training and 25 hours of tutoring, tutors earn certification from the College Reading and Learning Association.
- Tutors have opportunities to advance to higher pay levels.
- Unbeatable satisfaction of helping others!!!
- To apply:
- Students must complete an application and schedule of available hours.
- Interviews are given to applicants who best meet the above qualifications and who can tutor the courses for which there is a demand.
- Work-study eligible students are given first priority; but several non-work-study students are hired each year
- If you are interested in becoming a tutor please call us at (207) 581-2351 or stop by the office located in 104 Dunn Hall, University of Maine.
(207) 581-2351
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