Tutors are for strong students who want to learn how to get an extra edge on their learning as well as for students who are having academic difficulty in a particular subject.

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Most courses meet only 2-3 hours per week. By meeting outside of class for additional, intensive one-on-one sessions with peer tutors who understand the course material, you can master material more quickly and prepare more effectively for class and exams.

Trinity Tutors are faculty-recommended students who have earned high grades in their subject area and who have participated in a tutor training workshop with Dean Reuman.

Tutors can help you improve academic performance by giving you an opportunity to:

• Work one-on-one with a knowledgeable peer,
• Clarify and discuss concepts from your course,
• Ask questions in a non-intimidating setting,
• Strategize about ways to prepare better for class,
• Learn ways to prepare more effectively for tests and quizzes in your course,
• Catch up if you have fallen behind,
• Strengthen your ability to self-assess, self-monitor, and self-teach,
• Gain greater self-knowledge and confidence, and
• Create meaningful relationships on campus.

By learning how to help yourself, you build greater confidence as well as greater mastery of the subject. Ultimately, tutors may even help you find more enjoyment in the process of learning itself!

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As soon as you think you need one! Tutors are available in several subject areas, but by the last weeks of the semester they may have filled their schedule with other students who sought their assistance earlier, or they may be busy meeting the demands of their own courses.

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If you would like to find a tutor, please contact Dean Reuman in the Dean of Students Office at x2156 as soon as possible. Let her know what course you would like help in and she will get information to you about available resources and let you know how to schedule your first tutorial session. For commonly offered introductory level courses peer tutors can usually be arranged.

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Private, individual tutors are available for about $7.00-$7.50 per hour, depending upon their experience and training. If you are on financial aid, the cost of Trinity Tutors will be covered by the Dean of Students Office. If you need financial assistance, see one of the deans.

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You can arrange with your tutor a mutually acceptable time to meet. When you select a tutor, you may want to consider how well your schedules mesh.

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The purpose of a tutor is to help you learn how to master the material. He or she cannot do your work for you.

Your responsibilities include:

• To come to all sessions that you have arranged with your tutor
• To be on time
• To do the best you can on each homework assignment
• To come to tutorial sessions prepared to ask specific questions

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 What should I bring to my tutorial session?

You should bring:

• Specific questions
• Your text for the course in which you are seeking assistance
• Your class notes
• Your homework
• Your syllabus
• Any returned papers, quizzes, tests, homework assignments
• A date book
• Paper, pen/pencil, calculator as needed