This site has been designed to support you as a tutor. This online Tutor's Manual provides you with information to sharpen your skills as a tutor. It provides you with a reference and provides an individualized approach to tutor training. New tutors need to read the following topic areas of the Handbook and make an appointment with the TLC Coordinator.
Tutor Handbook (Mandatory Reading):
| Welcome | |
| Benefit of a Tutor | |
| Tutors Code of Ethics | |
| Job Description | |
| Tools for Tutoring (basic tips/Communication skills) | |
| Being Sensitive to Differences | |
| Dealing with Difficult Students |
| Communication Skills - Tips |
| Tutor Assessment Rubric | |
Additional Training Topics:
| The Tutor's Guide Video Training Series(CRLA) |
| Appreciating the Characteristics of the Adult Learner (CRLA) |
| Training Tutors to Work with International Students (CRLA) | |
| Sexual Harassment Online Training (CRLA) | |
| Identifying and Referring the Distressed Student (CRLA) |
TLC Administration:
| Policies and Procedures | |
| Evacuation Policy | |
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Resources
for Referrals |
College Reading & Learning Association (CRLA) Tutor Certification: CRLA is a nationally recognized tutor certification. It looks good on a resume and also helps if you are looking for a tutoring position at another campus which recognizes CRLA. If you are interested in becoming CRLA certified please see the Coordinator to get you started.
| TLC Tutor Certification Requirements | |
| Individual Tutor Training Outline | |
| Requirement Check List | |
| Questions About TLC |
General Meeting Information click here if you missed the meeting or need a review.
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Phone: (808) 934-2530
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