By: Elizabeth Grissom, Makayla Towns, and Aj Devivo

Professionalism Towards the Writer

When writers arrive be pleasant and courteous, writers may be uneasy so be careful with your tone. Avoid sarcasm! If you are working online be aware of your tone as well. Greet each writer cheerfully, you can be relaxed but avoid being informal. Avoid negative comments, don’t discuss the writer’s information with others. What happens in the writing center stays in the writing center.

Professionalism Towards Other Tutors

Report to work on time, follow the procedures and rules of the workplace. Be aware of the volume of your voice and tidy up your workspace. Help out to the best of your abilities and help out your fellow tutors if they are having trouble. Overall be PROFESSIONAL.

Professionalism Towards Teachers

Teachers need to avoid writing any part of a student’s paper no matter what. As a tutor, try not to have a negative tone or comments towards the teacher’s work. You can still support the student without attacking the teacher. Allow the writer to express frustrations with their teacher. Don’t assign a grade to a paper that isn’t your job as a tutor your job is to help them.