Questions and answers
I need help with my course so I must need a tutor, right?
Many students rush to the conclusion that they need a tutor without checking out the free resources available to them on campus. Before hiring a tutor try meeting with the instructor during his/her office hours. Take in what you have been working on and ask them where you are going wrong. The Math and Science Help Centre is also a great option and the Writing Centre can offer you an appointment to go over your written work.
How do I find a tutor?
Check the list of tutors and contact a tutor offering services for your course. If you are uncertain you can discuss your tutor choice with the Student Development Coordinator. If there is no tutor listed for your course then you might want to contact the department or the instructor for your course and see if they know of a senior student who might be available to help. Some students advertise on the bulletin boards when looking for a tutor. Please be careful what personal details and contact information you post in a public forum.
How do I sign up to be a tutor?
Fill in the tutor registration form and bring it in to Oland Hall G16. A resume and copy of your transcript is not required but if provided can help to match you to students interested in hiring a tutor.
What is a reasonable fee to pay/charge?
Setting a rate is to be worked out between the student and the tutor. If you would like some guidelines, the Fredericton campus recommends $12-15 an hour.
Where are some places we could meet for a tutoring session?
UNB Saint John encourages you to consider your safety when meeting with someone for the first time. There are many spots on campus that are appropriate for a tutoring session, particularly in the library. Check with the circulation desk about using one of the private rooms in the Ward Chipman Library. One of the student lounges could work for you or even a corner of the Baird Cafeteria.
Where is the line between tutoring and cheating?
As a tutor it is natural that there will be times when you are unsure how much help you should give. Should you need to discuss a specific situation please contact the Student Development Coordinator, Leigh-Ellen Thomas. It is your job to help the student learn to do things for themselves. Sometimes this means helping with practice problems or discussing topics being covered by the course. Occasionally this will mean discussing work that will be graded. You should never find yourself completing work that is to be graded for the student or telling them what to write for a paper.
What if I get no work?
Student Services cannot guarantee that you will receive work. However, if you provide the Student Development Coordinator, Leigh-Ellen Thomas, with a brief Resume and copy of your transcript, it will help us to match you with students looking for tutors.
What do I do if I don't like my tutor?
UNB Saint John cannot ensure the quality or compatibility of a tutor. When problems arise address them early on. The Student Development Coordinator can arrange a meeting with both of you to help find a solution. If the tutoring is not working out either party has the right to cancel your sessions.
