Why do I want to be a peer tutor?
Peer tutors often have great energy and enthusiasm for what they do because it is a new function for them. They are drawn to tutoring because they want to help others, and they want to do the job well. Peer tutors help the student to work toward self-responsibility and self-direction.
Why are you interested in being a tutor?
As tutoring provides you with skills in communication, you gain experience that can help you when networking with professors, other students, and employers. Finally, tutoring enables you to develop skills in leadership that can help you during group projects in academic and career settings.
What makes a good peer tutor?
Must be dependable, organized, respectful, friendly, patient, understanding and compassionate. Must know how to adapt to different learning styles. Tutors will maintain the confidentiality of tutees Peer Tutors are only paid for matches made by the Peer Tutoring NetWork Do not make up an answer if you do not know it!
How do I prepare for a tutor interview?
Be prepared to discuss:
- your work history and credentials.
- your background in the subject (i.e. are you a Math Tutor, an English Tutor, etc.)
- your experience teaching.
- your reasons for teaching.
- examples of previous successes when teaching.
- your teaching philosophy and strategies.
- how you will motivate students.
Why are tutors important?
Tutoring can help strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills. Tutoring gives students individualized attention that they don’t get in a crowded classroom. This helps children who struggle to keep up, as well as those who aren’t challenged enough.
What do you think your strengths are as a tutor?
Strengths to choose from: communication and social skills. patience, responsibility, tolerance. ability to solve conflicts, emotional intelligence. creativity and enthusiasm for teaching.
How do I say my weaknesses are in an interview?
Some soft skills you might mention when answering questions about your weaknesses include:
- Creativity.
- Delegating tasks.
- Humor.
- Spontaneity (you work better when prepared)
- Organization.
- Patience.
- Taking too many risks.
- Being too honest.