Peer Tutoring Coordinator
Organize and lead the school's peer tutoring program
Why It Matters
Shows immense leadership, empathy, and organizational skills. It proves you can not only excel academically but also uplift your entire community.
How to Start
Approach your guidance counselor or principal about formalizing a peer tutoring network. Match senior students with juniors who need help.
Commitment
- High commitment: several hours a week, often with evenings, weekends or travel.
- Best starting grade: G10
- G10 or G11, once you have proven academic success.
Programs It Supports
- Education
- Medicine
- Social Work
- Business
Majors it supports
- Education (BEd) – high 70s to high 80s
- Social Work (BSW) – high 70s to high 80s
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