Tutor's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why Become a Beacon Tutor?

• To share your knowledge with other students and help them get better grades.
• To learn the subject better.
• To develop greater self-confidence and learn how to manage a group.
• To add work experience to your resume.
• To make new friends.
• To earn money!

What's Required?

Your job as a tutor will require three hours per week as follows:  

• Meet with your group two hours each week.
• Meet with your instructor for half an hour each week.  A combination of face-to-face and email correspondence is acceptable.
• Spend half an hour each week preparing for your session. 

Interested?  What's Next?

1. Received an A or B in the course you want to tutor at ARC.
2. Ask your instructor if he or she would like to have a Beacon tutor.
3. Enroll in INDIS 321: Introduction to Group Tutoring (1-unit, 8-week course consisting of online assignments and 4 face-to-face workshops).
   spring 2012 schedule:
   February  3, 10, 24 & March 2
   2:00-3:30pm
4. Attend the mandatory orientation: 
   Friday, January 20, 2012
   9:00-12:00pm
   Learning Resource Center, room 104.
5. Enroll in a minimum of six units at ARC.