A tutor’s role changes from appointment to appointment. Heres a few tips for each role a tutor plays.

The Ally – A friend, someone on your side

The Coach – Help you do the work for yourself and work through issues

The Commentator – Keeps you on track and see the whole paper

The Collaborator – Engage the writer and discuss

The Writing Expert – Learn along with the student and model asking for help is good

The Learner – Being unfamiliar with the topic makes you a good audience and if you are familiar with the topic don’t interject too much. Be willing to learn along with them.

The Counselor – Be willing to listen and hear what they have to say and try to give advice on what you do know. Provide them with the resources you have.

By: Kendall, Laura, Owen