About to meet your new tutor? Here is what to do!

As someone who cares for your success, your tutor is very important to you!

It’s always exciting to meet new, special people. But how do you go into your first tutoring session?

FIRST
Start with a positive attitude: Remind yourself, “This tutor is ON MY SIDE! If I don’t understand something, it’s not a problem. In fact, I can tell my tutor everything that I find difficult. I can even get ahead in class! Maybe one day I’ll be tutoring this subject!”

NEXT
Look at the work you need to do in your class. Identify what you understand, what seems almost within your reach, and what is beyond your comprehension. Create a color code for each and mark your materials, or just write them down in preparation for your first session.

FINALLY
Bring your color-coded materials and questions for your tutor, along with any and all class materials. Show your tutor how you’ve prepared, and express the type and range of progress you’d like to make in your class. Then start the tutoring adventure! Come well prepared for each successive session. Note how much more command you have of your material! Thank your tutor – and yourself – for giving the subject quality time and attention.