Join the Academic Support Center (ASC) as a Peer Tutor and make a difference by helping fellow students succeed. This role not only strengthens your own understanding but also hones your communication and leadership skills. Be part of a welcoming team committed to creating a positive and supportive learning environment on campus.
Peer tutors provide one-on-one and small group tutoring to students in the Academic Support Center (ASC) located in the Student Engagement Center, Room SEC-154. They support students’ learning by reviewing class material, identifying learning difficulties, formulating ideas for papers, working on solutions to problems, and providing useful study skills to students who need supplemental help.
The Tutoring Center has two recruitment periods every year:
Tutors are selected through a process based on qualifications, recommendations, and an interview with the ASC Faculty. Selected tutors will be expected to register for an online training course, INS 10/810 Peer Tutor and Mentor Training, which is a 12-week class offered in the spring and fall semesters.
Tutors are expected to act as role models for students by regularly attending their own classes, practicing successful study habits, and maintaining a positive learning attitude.
Peer tutors are compensated according to the Student Worker Salary Schedule issued by the district Human Resources Office. Job assignments may include tutoring in the Academic Support Center and/or embedded tutoring in a classroom setting.
Employment as a tutor does not guarantee a minimum number of work hours or continued employment.
Peer Tutor and Mentor Training (INS 010)
1.5 UNITS; Online Asynchronous
Total Lecture: 27 hours
Acceptable for Credit: California State University
Pass/No Pass Option
This is a 1.5-unit online course for students who want to learn about peer assistance techniques and become effective peer educators. Students will learn to establish goals and objectives, implement an assistance session plan, apply effective learning skills, develop communication and listening skills, and foster critical thinking.
This course focuses on principles to effectively offer tutoring/mentoring across different disciplines and settings. These principles are flexible, and each tutor/mentor will apply them to their discipline, adapting strategies as necessary.
CRLA Level I Tutor Certification OptionTotal Lecture: 27 hours
Pass/No Pass Only. Non-degree applicable course.
This course provides students with effective learning strategies for peer tutoring
and mentoring. It emphasizes communication, problem solving, critical thinking, structuring
learning experiences, and handling challenges, including online tutoring. This course
is cross-listed with INS 010.
Advanced Training for Peer Tutors and Mentors (INS 015)
1.5 UNITS; Online Asynchronous
Total Lecture: 27 hours
Advisory: INS 010/810
Acceptable for Credit: California State University
Pass/No Pass Option
This advanced course covers the roles and responsibilities of tutors and mentors, strategies for working with adult learners, communication strategies, and assisting students with disabilities. It may be offered via hybrid or distance learning.
CRLA Level II Advanced Tutor Certification Option
Students can earn a CRLA Level II Advanced Tutor Certification by completing the course
and meeting additional requirements.
Advanced Training for Peer Tutors and Mentors (INS 815, Non-Credit Course)
0 UNITS; Online Asynchronous
Total Lecture: 27 hours
Prerequisite: INS 810
Pass/No Pass Only. Non-degree applicable course.
This second-level course emphasizes probing questions, intercultural communication,
strategies for adult learners, and group facilitation strategies. It also focuses
on tutoring specific skills or subjects. This course is cross-listed with INS 015.
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