Supplemental Application for the Sciences, Fall '98

Student Learning Center Supplemental Application for NEW Science Tutors: Fall 2005

This application may be submitted in two ways: 1. Email it to [email protected], or 2. Turn it in to Richard Gibson's mailbox in the Atrium of the Chavez Student Center

Applications are considered on a rolling basis and should be submitted as soon as possible. The lastest that we anticipate accepting applications is Friday, September 2nd, 2005. But all of the positions may have been filled by then, so again, turning them in sooner is advantageous to you. Applicants can expect to hear back regarding the status of their application no later than Friday, September 16th, 2005.

Note: The letter of recommendation form can be turned in separately from the rest of this application. So, do NOT postpone submitting your application because of the recommendation. Just submit that part when you have it. The recommendation does not have to be on our form. A letter or email to [email protected], is fine.

NOTICE: We have extended the deadline for applying to tutor Physics and NS until Tuesday September 6th at 5pm.

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The Student Learning Center has new tutor and/or study group leader positions available for the Fall semester in the following classes: Bio 1A; Chem 1A, 3A, 3B; 4A MCB 100, 102, 140; NST 10; Physics 7A, 7B, 8A, 8B;

The SLC Science component accepts new tutors for pay, and through its new tutor field study program which can be taken for credit or audited. Applicants wanting to be tutors will need to have had significant prior tutoring/teaching experience. New study group leaders will only be considered if they have had significant prior teaching experience which included a training component.

Prerequisites to be a tutor • You should have earned a B or better in the same (or comparable) class that you wish to tutor in, and should have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Preference will be given to applicants who have taken one class which is more advanced than the course s/he wants to tutor. • You must submit an application to the science component of the SLC (including a letter of recommendation from a faculty, TA, or someone else who can speak to your academic ability in the subject you wish to tutor in), and be accepted.

Responsibilities and expectations of new tutors: • All new tutors must attend one of the three sections of the weekly tutor training seminar and do all assignments. The three sections of the seminar are at the following times: Tuesday 2:00-3:30, Thursday 12:30-2:00, and Friday 12:00-1:30. Training seminars are mandatory for all tutors, whether receiving credit for tutoring or not. Tutors will learn techniques for and discuss issues involved in teaching science subjects. This seminar will emphasize both individual tutoring and group teaching. Tutors will receive feedback from both their peers and the program coordinators. • To tutor weekly for one of the science courses listed above for at least 5 hours/week. Tutors may be assigned either a student to tutor individually or a study group leader to assist for 2 hours/week, and will work in the science drop-in area the rest of the time. But, most tutors will exclusively work in drop-in. • To keep up with the class that you are tutoring for by reading SLC provided course notes, or by attending course lectures. Tutors will have access to written materials, and experienced tutors and staff. Specific information about the new tutor field study program (credit or auditing) • Students have three options for receiving credit for tutoring: Ed 97, Ed 197, and Chem 301B. • Chem 301B must be taken for 2 units. It can be only be taken by students who are planning to tutor in chemistry, and want exactly 2 units credit. • Ed 97 and 197 can be taken for between 1-3 units. Ed 97 can only be taken by students who have fewer than 60 units credit. Ed 197 can only be taken by those who have more than 60 units. For receiving 2 units credit, tutors must tutor at least 5 hours/week, and for 3 units must tutor at least 8 hours/week. Receiving 1 unit credit is an option, but students must still meet the minimum tutoring requirement of 5 hours/week. • The three seminars are exactly the same in content and requirements. • Students choosing to audit this new tutor field study must attend all seminars and fulfill all of the requirements that those taking it for credit do.

Specific information for applicants of paid tutoring positions

The positions that are available for Fall '04 are listed below. Drop-in Tutor: Pay‡: $9.98/hr. Work 5-10 hours per week. (To be arranged.) Work as a tutor for a specific subject (rather than just one class) in the Drop-in Tutoring Area. Paid tutors are sometimes asked to assist the more inexperienced tutors in drop-in. Subject areas that the Drop-in Tutoring Area may need paid tutors in are: General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physics.

Study Group Leader: Pay‡: $12.65/hr for 4 hrs/week (class time) $9.98/hr for 6 hrs/week (2 hrs of office hours in the drop-in tutoring area, 3 hrs of preparation time, and 1 hour of training meetings.)

Group leaders are required to attend meetings during the semester. Two meetings will be introductory training sessions, and at least 7 will be hour-long meetings with the science coordinator and the other group leaders. First time group leaders must also attend a separate introductory training.

Currently, there are possible study group openings for: Chem 1A, 3A; ‡ Note: for students who have bachelors degrees, the pay rates are $10.35/$13.04 instead of $9.98/$12.65

Submitting an Application: • This application should be turned in to Richard Gibson's mailbox in the Student Learning Center, to his office in 141 Chávez Student Center, or emailed to [email protected]. The letter of recommendation may be submitted after the rest of the application. Do not wait just for the letter of rec!

• Due Dates: Applications are considered on a rolling basis and should be submitted as soon as possible, but definitely by Friday, September 2nd. Applicants can expect to hear back regarding the status of their application no later than Friday September 16th.

Questions? Questions should be directed to Richard Gibson in 141 Chávez Student Center, or email: [email protected] General Tutor Application, Fall 2005

Once you have filled out this application, e-mail it to [email protected]

Name (print) Date

Local address address city zip Local Telephone ( ) Local address/phone valid until

E-mail address

Permanent address address city zip Permanent Phone ( )

Class standing (as of the semester you wish to tutor):  Non-student ( with B.A./B.S. degree)

 Fr.  Soph. Jr. Sr. Grad. Student

Subject area(s) you wish to tutor

Major/Department GPA in major Cumulative GPA

Transfer students: Previous institution Semesters at UCB

Expected date of graduation (month/year)

Applying to tutor:  for pay  for academic credit  auditing (no units)

Complete this section only if you are applying for a paid position

How many semesters will you be available to work? Are you eligible for work-study funds? Yes No If yes, amount How many hours a week, on the average, can you work? If we cannot offer you a paid position at this time, would you like to be considered…  for academic credit or as an auditor (no units)  no, applying for pay only

Ethnicity (for statistical purposes) EOP:  Yes  No

How did you hear about the Student Learning Center? (Check all that apply.) Daily Cal Flyer Recruitment table on Sproul Class annct. SLC Tutor (name)

Previously received tutoring at SLC Other

• You will be contacted by telephone or e-mail if we wish to schedule an interview Supplemental Application for NEW SLC Science Tutors Fall 2005

Answer the following questions, and attach this sheet to the main (white) SLC Application before turning it in. You may use the back if necessary.

Name: Date:

1. Please list the Science classes that you have taken in college. Include the instructors' names, the grades received, and where you took the classes (if other than Berkeley).

2. Please explain why you want to tutor/teach in this subject area. Reflect on any previous tutorial experiences you may have had.

3. Please describe in what capacity you want to tutor/teach at the SLC. This should include: • for pay, credit (write course name, and number of units wanted), or auditing (no units) • what course(s) you are interested in tutoring/teaching Note: if you list more than one option for these categories, be sure to rank them and write anything else that you think would be relevant in considering this application. Faculty/Academic Advisor Recommendation Form

To: Program Coordinator

In my professional opinion, ______name of applicant has the academic background and knowledge necessary to tutor students in

______. subject/discipline

(Additional comments would be helpful but are not required.)

______signature date

Name (print): ______

Position/Title: ______

Department: ______

Phone number or e-mail address: ______

Return this form to the applicant, send via campus mail to MC 4260/Chávez Student Center, or e-mail as attachment to [email protected]. Note: it is also acceptable for the recommendation writer to simply send an email recommendation with the same information. General Information & Application for all paid positions and credit/auditor opportunities

We’re pleased that you’re interested in joining our community of professional staff, graduate and undergraduate instructors and tutors. So that we may give your application full consideration, please read and follow carefully the instructions here and on the supplemental application forms.

Step 1: Completing the Application Read and complete this application. This download contains everything you need to apply to be a science tutor at the SLC. The printed information provides you with specific details about SLC programs and will answer many of your questions about the training tutors receive and the commitment we will expect from them.

* Applications are reviewed as they are received, and interviews are on-going. Most SLC tutoring programs begin by WEEK THREE, with Tutor Orientations as early as the end of WEEK TWO, so candidates are encouraged to submit their application materials by the second week of classes. Some positions may still be filled after these dates; check with the specific discipline area Program Coordinator for details. Applications may be turned in at any point of the semester for consideration the following semester. * General applications and supplement(s), including any work samples requested, must be submitted together to the SLC Reception Counter (or e-mailed to the discipline coordinator(s) if applications are downloaded from the SLC website). Applicants applying for more than one discipline area must submit a separate copy of the general application with each supplemental application submitted. All applicants must submit a faculty/advisor recommendation; this recommendation, however, may be submitted after the rest of the application.

Step 2: Application Review Discipline area Program Coordinators will review submitted applications and schedule interviews with applicants who satisfy the minimum requirements and who appear to meet the demands of the position (for paid positions), or who appear to possess sufficient preparation for the tutoring-for-credit courses.

Step 3: Interviewing, Selection and Notification Candidates will be contacted by the discipline area Program Coordinators regarding the status of their application. Those who are selected for interviews will be contacted by phone or e-mail to schedule their interview time.

Please retain this page for your own information. Information Regarding Paid Positions and Credit Opportunities Requirements and Restrictions: These requirements apply to all students conducting academic support within the Student Learning Center, whether paid, enrolled in credit opportunities, or participating as auditors: 1. Students must have received a grade of "B" or better in the course(s) they will tutor (or comparable courses) and should have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. 2. Students cannot have more than two “Incomplete” grades. 3. Students must be in good academic standing (not on academic probation).

4. Students agree to abide by all University and SLC Policies.

Additional information specific to paid positions and credit opportunities is given below:

Tutoring for Pay:

Each semester the SLC has a limited number of paid positions available, dependent on programmatic needs. Paid positions are competitive, and successful candidates generally have relevant prior experience and/or training. Employment is on a semester basis; possibility of re-hire is contingent upon satisfactory performance and SLC programmatic needs. Tutors are paid for their attendance at all required Orientations and Training meetings. Note: Students may not be employed by the University more than 50% time during the fall or spring semester in any combination of titles. Students may work up to 100% time during the summer (from the end of spring semester to the beginning of the fall semester) and during the winter break.

Tutoring for Credit and Auditors:

The SLC offers opportunities for students to explore current issues and theoretical frameworks in education while developing practical teaching skills and making a valuable contribution to the UCB student community. Students accepted into SLC Tutoring Courses, whether enrolled for credit or auditing, all participate in weekly seminars which introduce students to educational theory and pedagogy, explore current issues in the field and provide structured means for students to reflect upon and analyze their SLC tutoring or teaching experience. The format and number of hours of direct work with students varies according to the number of units taken (3 hrs/unit), and is established by agreement with the Program Coordinator at the time of admission into the course. Auditors participate fully in all aspects and requirements of the course. Through the SLC’s arrangements with a various academic departments, we offer the following options for students: • Education 97/197 (Field Studies) Courses (available for Bus Ad/Econ, Math/Stat, Other Voices, Science, Social Sciences, Study Strategies & Writing) This option is for students who are completing or considering a Minor in Education. Students with fewer than 60 units enroll in Education 97; upper-division students (60 or more units) enroll in Education 197. A total of 3 units satisfies the Field Studies requirement for the Education Minor. • Departmental 300-Series (Pedagogy) Courses (available for Math, Science & Writing) This option is for students intending to pursue teaching within their discipline. Sophomore standing or higher is required. NB: These courses may be repeated for credit; please consult with your college advisor for details specific to your course of study. Please retain this page for your own information.