Current Students

Tutoring in the Student Success Center                         

Mission Statement

The ultimate goal of the Tutoring Program is to help each student become an independent life-long learner.

Spring Semester Tutoring

Walk-in fall semester tutoring is available in the Writing Center and the Math and Science Center  Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.

 

  

Tutors working the Math and Science Center

General Information

Peer and professional tutors are available to help SJC, GED, and University Program students in a variety of subjects.  San Juan College tutors receive ongoing training to insure students are receiving the best services possible.  Please bring your San Juan College Student ID and any other helpful materials, such as the class syllabi, handouts, textbooks, assignment sheets, and instructor comments.  These materials provide us with information that allows us to provide the best services possible.  Also, course specific online tutorials are available through the San Juan College student portal under Campus Resources and Student Success Center Online Tutorials.  

All tutoring services are free!

Tutoring is a learning partnership. Both the tutor and the student have responsibilities.  These responsibilities are listed below.

Tutors will:

  • stay current on topics related to their subject area(s) by attending training regularly
  • assist students in identifying problem areas through question and answer
  • know the subject material
  • be familiar with different approaches to learning
  • keep private information confidential
  • help build student confidence
  • respect different cultures and backgrounds
  • require students to adhere to the Student Success Center Tutoring Agreement
  • make appropriate referrals to the instructor or other student support services as needed

Tutors won't:

  • have all the answers
  • complete a student's assignment
  • edit papers
  • allow students to drop off work
  • help with take-home tests
  • impose their personal values on a student, nor allow a student to impose their values on them 

For more information

(505) 566-3362
Room 1611 in the Student Center on Main Campus 
schroedert@sanjuancollege.edu, Tim Schroeder, Senior Director for Extended Learning

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