6/11/2016 International Tutor Program Certification Certification Process Orientation College of Reading and Learning Association (CRLA)

6/11/2016 What is CRLA? College Reading and Learning Association Professionals in reading, learning assistance, developmental education and tutorial services Mission: Provide a forum for the interchange of ideas, methods, and information to improve teaching, student learning, and research in post- secondary educational environments.

6/11/2016 Benefits of ITPC Certification Salary increase of 25¢ for each completed level of certification Increased ability to deal with difficult students and problematic situations Looks great on your resume, putting you ahead of the competition International credibility

6/11/2016 Being Certified Means… You are a proficient tutor and a steward of students’ study skills resources You have put forth extra effort and taken the risk of having your work evaluated by tutoring professionals You have endeavored to openly demonstrate your application of tutor training to on-the-job conditions

6/11/2016 Being Certified Also Means… Your aim is toward something that matters—you focus on results and consider the larger context including conflicting pressures You work as part of a team You follow a systematic process; your methods are not arbitrary You’re committed—to yourself, your profession, and the well-being of your students

6/11/2016 ITPC Requirements Selection criteria includes an “A” or “B” in tutoring subject and approval from instructor 10+ hours tutor training—per level Training must include workshop instruction in selected topics, in-service, and staff meetings 25 hours of actual tutoring experience Peer evaluation

6/11/2016 Level I: Regular Training & Orientation (10 hours) Workshop (1 hour) –Center for Academic Excellence study skills workshops –Student Life Leadership workshops –Other on-campus or community workshops Training In-service (4 hours) – Bi-weekly staff meetings Evaluations (6 hours) –Professional Observations –Portfolio Reviews –Peer Evaluation –Self Assessment Actual Tutoring (25 hours)

6/11/2016 Level II: Advanced Training & Orientation Assistance (5-10 hours) Special Projects (2-4 hours) –Collaborative Learning Process (video & worksheet) –Blooms Taxonomy independent study –Student Life Leadership workshop –CAE study skills workshop –Others? Training In-service (4 hours) –Bi-weekly staff meetings Evaluations (6 hours) –Portfolio Review, Peer Eval, Professional Observation, self-assessment Actual Tutoring (25 hours)

6/11/2016 Level III: Master Training & Orientation Assistance (5-10 hours) Subject Binder Special Projects (2-4 hours) – Learning Styles Inventory – Building Rapport Workshop – Study skills workshop and Staff Meeting Presentation – Others? Mentoring Project (4-6 hours) Training In-service (4 hours) Evaluations (6 hours) Actual Tutoring (25 hours)

6/11/2016 How do I Begin? Get details about CRLA and ITPC requirements Inform SI director of your interest Work at your own pace Turn in all completed requirements One level of certification per term

6/11/2016 FAQ re: ITPC Do I have to complete each level in sequence? Where can I find out more about CRLA or ITPC? – How do I track of my completed requirements? What do I get when I complete a level?