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Tutoring
- Mentoring
Jennifer Eldersveld,
Loyola/Truman
Network describes "How to Make the Most
of a Tutoring Program" |
For further Information Contact:
"Develop
a passion for learning. If you do, you will never
cease to grow. "
Anthony J. D'Angelo, The College
Blue Book |
 What
is the Tutoring Program?
The GEAR UP Tutoring Program is assisting students through
the use of tutors so that they may improve their GPA,
be better prepared for college or a job upon graduation,
and improve upon the students retention rate. Below
is a broad list of criteria needed to become a tutor.
Who
are the Tutors and what are we looking for?
- Tutors from similar backgrounds as the students
they tutor
- Tutors who live in the same neighborhood
- B Average
- Ability to tutor in major subject areas (math,
english, etc.)
- Ability to relate well to inner city, high risk
students.
What
will they do?
- See the duties by contacting your network Tutor
Coordinator
- Assist with homework, assignments, special collaborative
projects, and specific subjects.
- Assist with data/research gathering at Chicago
Teachers' Center and/or school assigned.
When
will they work?
- During school in classrooms as teacher's aide
- During school in pull out programs
- After school with special projects
- Before school with small groups or 1 on 1 with
a student
Where
will they work?
- 1-3 Tutors per affiliated school
HOW
will they be trained?
- One day training
- Initial training followed by monthly or bimonthly
meetings.
How many Students
will be served?
- Up to 12 students per tutor
- Groups of 3-4
- One on One
KEY
Elements of the tutoring program?
- Establish relationships of trust and open
communication between tutor, teacher and students
- Communicate with teachers in ways of improving
students' work
- Diagnosis of students' academic problems
through tutor evaluation
- Evaluation and Assessment
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