Peer Tutors are high-achieving UC students who are interested in providing academic support to their fellow students. Tutors are recruited from colleges across the university to provide assistance in a wide range of courses. 

Peer Tutor Qualifications:

• Minimum sophomore standing is required, must have completed at least one full term at UC
• A University GPA of 3.3 or above is required. Peer Tutors must maintain a 3.3 University GPA and a 3.0 Term GPA in order to remain eligible for employment
• A grade of B+ or above in the selected courses is required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (to be determined by the Tutoring Coordinator) are required

Primary Activities:

• Attend all scheduled tutoring sessions on time and be prepared to assist the student as required
• Provide a safe space for students to learn and make mistakes using strategies learned through the Peer Tutor training workshop
• Attend trainings as required to continually develop tutoring skills
• Maintain a professional attitude about matters such as class standards, grades, and other student complaints
• Model appropriate professional attitudes and behaviors to all UC staff, faculty, and students
• Act as a representative for the Peer Tutoring program on campus
  

Peer Tutor Application Instructions:

• Download and complete the Peer Tutor application 
• Download Applicant Reference Forms, complete applicant and course information, and send to references; request references return forms directly to applicant in a sealed envelope.
• Submit application, resume, default degree audit, and three completed reference forms to the Learning Assistance Center, Attn: Peer Tutoring Program

Questions about the Peer Tutoring program, position availabilities, or the application process should be directed to Jaime Sperandio.