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Want To Be A Tutor?

Chad Jacobson

Tutoring Introduction

What is Tutoring?

Tutoring is an academic support program offered by the Learning Commons to assist students in learning course content. 

Tutor Responsibilities
  • Successfully complete the mandatory College Reading & Learning Association Certified Tutor Training through the Learning Commons
  • Adhere to a regular schedule for the full semester appointment
  • Utilize LC approved tutoring techniques and strategies to assist students with course content
Highly Requested Subjects
  • Accounting - All levels
  • Biology - BIO 1111 and above
  • Business - BUS 1015 and above
  • Chemistry - CHE 1111
  • Computer Information Systems - CIS 1015, 1018, 1045
  • Computer Science - CSC 1005, 1060, 2020
  • Economics - ECO 2001
  • English/Writing - ENG 1021 and above
  • History - HIS 1310, 1320
  • Math - MAT 0300 and above
Benefits of Being a Learning Commons Tutor
  • Further develop your own content knowledge and learning strategies.
  • Develop valuable skills such as communication, leadership, and group facilitation.
  • Discover ways to help people learn better and achieve their goals.
  • Become a College Reading & Learning Association Certified Tutor and/or Advanced Certified Tutor.

Apply to be a PPSC Tutor

All Learning Commons tutors must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for a tutoring position:

  • A grade of "A" or "B" in the course(s) for which you wish to be a tutor
  • Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
  • Must attend all Tutor trainings and meetings
To apply, please submit an application, availability form, and an unofficial transcript to the LC identifying the courses you wish to tutor. Applicants may also choose to obtain recommendations from faculty. Applications, avaialability forms and transcripts can be returned to one of the tutoring centers at the Centennial or Rampart campus or emailed to Tutoring@pikespeak.edu.
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Contact Us

Centennial Campus Tutoring Center - Room A300
Call: (719) 502-3444

Rampart Range Campus Tutoring Center - Room N200
Call: (719) 502-3190

If you have additional questions regarding Tutoring employment at the Learning Commons please contact us at Tutoring@pikespeak.edu