Back to Tutoring Main Page Tutor Job Description General responsibilities: The general responsibilities of the tutor are to provide intensive and extensive tutorial services for the middle school and eventually high school students. The tutor, in order to assist the student in his/her education endeavors, will utilize the resources of the Chicago Teachers' Center (CTC). The tutor will provide feedback to GEAR UP staff regarding the progress the student is making. Specific duties and responsibilities are to: 1. Provide academic assistance to assigned tutees, either in a group or individually. 2. Establish liaison with the teacher and work under the teacher's direction, if necessary to assist the student. 3. Attend periodic training sessions given by a GEAR UP staff members to increase competency in working with students. 4. Be responsible for maintaining records on each student who is being tutored, including follow-up and periodic assessment. 5. Provide evaluations and other reports as requested by the GEAR UP staff. 6. Help students develop positive attitudes toward learning and studying. 7. Help students develop self-confidence, raise self-concept, and reduce anxiety or fear of failure in academic work. 8. Help students develop a high level of motivation in academic areas. 9. Assist students in achieving a better understanding of specific subject material and in improving academic capabilities in designated areas. 10. Help students develop the study skills necessary for academic success. 11. Establish and maintain rapport with the assigned student(s). 12. Serve as a role model for students being served. 13. Assist in designing and implementing class cooperative projects.