Tutorial Assistance Program (TAP)

TUTORING HOURS

Monday - Thursday: 8am - 6pm

(last appointment begins at 5pm)

Friday: 8-9 am, 10am-5pm

(last appointment begins at 4pm)

Program Staff

title of image provides tutoring in a variety of subjects and disciplines. Tutoring is free to all UCR students. Our tutor offers broad-based study skills strategies and techniques to promote critical thinking. Students are seen on a walk-in and appointment basis. Tutoring is offered in small groups and each session lasts about 50 minutes. Click on a Tutor Schedule for a day-to-day listing of subject tutors and availability. Make an appointment through Accudemia or call the ARC Front Desk at 951-827-3721.

Tutoring Schedule

Fall 2024 Schedule

Appointments will be offered both online via Zoom and in-person at the ARC.

Fall 2024 schedules are now available! Please click on the Accudemia link to the left to book an appointment and see general availability in the schedules posted below.

STEM SCHEDULE CHASS & BUS SCHEDULE DROP-IN SCHEDULE TUTORS ON LOCATION SCHEDULE

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Please note that tutoring mode preference (online vs. in-person) cannot be guaranteed. If tutoring is unavailable in your preferred mode, please see the schedule for hours and modality.
*Schedules subject to change without notice.*

Not sure how to make an appointment? Click the link below for information on how to make an appointment through Accudemia.

How to Make an Appointment Guide

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TUTOR REQUEST FORM

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Subject to Change: Check the online appointment system to verify the hours

Supported Subjects*

*Note that not all subjects are supported each quarter. Please see Schedule above for current list of courses for current quarter.

Anthropology
Biochemistry
Biology
Business
Cell biology/Neuroscience (CBNS)
Chemistry

Computer Science
Economics
Education
Engineering
Environmental Sciences
History

Italian
Japanese
Linguistics
Math
Philosophy
Physics

Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
Spanish
Statistics
Writing (see https://arc.ucr.edu/writing for details)

Program Information

These information cards will help you use the Tutorial Assistance Program's services.

How to Prepare for

Your Tutoring Appointment

Bring Appropriate Materials! Arrive on time and bring appropriate materials such as assignment instructions, textbooks, and class notes.
Bring Questions! Prepare several specific questions regarding course material. This will help you and your tutor identify areas/concepts to focus on.
Bring a Positive Attitude! Be open to the process of learning and be willing to work with your tutor to improve your skills.
Be Realistic! Our tutors are not the “answer people" nor can they help you learn a quarter's worth of course material in one session. Sign-up for tutoring early and come often. Don’t wait until the last minute (i.e., the night before a test or the day an assignment is due)
Communicate, if Needed! If you need to communicate with your tutor prior to your appointment, use the "Notes" section of your "Appointment Details" on Accudemia to do so.
Do Your Own Work! Tutors are not to do student’s work. Instead, Tutors will support students as a partner in the process of learning by helping their tutees gain the confidence they need to do their work independently. Following UCR’s Academic Integrity Policy, cheating and academic dishonesty will not be tolerated in the ARC; suspicions of such will be reported to the Tutor Coordinator.
Courtesy goes a long way! Be courteous of other students in the ARC. While we want to have a fun and engaging environment in the ARC, we need to maintain an environment suitable for studying. Conversations with tutors or other students in your group session should not disturb others working in the ARC. Cell phones should be silenced. Personal calls should be made at another time.

Our

Policies

Appointments are typically offered in small group sessions lasting about 50 minutes.
Students may only make five appointments per week with the Content tutors, and no two appointments may be back to back in the same subject. (This rule does not apply to appointments with the Writing & Reading Support Tutors- See page for more information.)
Students who miss 3 appointments in a quarter will be unable to make more appointments for the rest of the quarter.
"No Shows" do not count as cancellations. Cancellations have to be completed prior to 24 hours before the appointment. See next card.
Students should NOT contact the tutors using their email. Instead, use the "Notes" section under "Appointment Details" in Accudemia.

Cancelling an

Appointment

(Only for 24 hours or more in advance)

To cancel a scheduled appointment in the List view on Accudemia:

Select the appointment(s) you want to cancel and click the Cancel Appt button at the top of the screen.

To cancel a scheduled appointment in Appointments view on Accudemia:

Click on the appointment you want to cancel in the list.
Now click the Cancel button on the top of this page.
A popup window with the option to cancel the appointment should appear now.
- Select Cancel and the appointment will be marked as canceled.

If you encounter any trouble, please call the ARC Front Desk at 951-827-3721.

TAP Student Positions

Tutorial Assistance Program

The Academic Resource Center (ARC) seeks highly qualified, upper-division students to fill tutoring positions in the following disciplines/subjects:

Biology

Biochemistry

Business

Cell Biology & Neuroscience

Chemistry

Computer Science

Economics

Engineering

Languages

Linguistics

Mathematics

Physics

Political Science

Psychology

Sociology

Statistics

Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis (unless otherwise listed in flyer above). To be considered for a position, submit your application, references and unofficial transcripts. Confirmation emails will be sent to applicants after receipt. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we’re unable to provide individual updates regarding application status.

Please see our student employment page for additional information, including how to submit an application.

FAQ

What is the fee for tutoring?

Tutoring is free to all UCR students. There is no fee.
Who are the tutors?

Tutors are UCR students, mostly upper division undergraduates students. We follow strict guidelines for selecting tutors. Once hired, all tutors go through extensive pre-term training and continuous in-service to develop their professional skills.
How long is a tutoring session?

Our sessions are approximately 50 minutes.
How do I sign up for tutoring?

Check the Tutoring Schedule for a listing of when our tutors are on duty. Then call or visit the ARC to make an appointment. You can also make an appointment through Accudemia. Walk-ins are welcome, but be aware that most of our tutors are booked at least a week in advance.
Can I meet one-on-one with a tutor?

Our tutoring is considered group study with up to four students per session. We encourage you to participate in group tutoring that offers you an opportunity to work with your classmates, compare lecture notes, and clarifying your understanding of course topics. In small-group settings, the tutor acts a facilitator.
What’s so special about group tutoring?

Group tutoring is beneficial because you learn the workings and benefits of a study group. Other advantages include the benefit of group discussion and the diversity of viewpoints, as well as clarification of lectures and assigned readings; hearing a variety of ideas articulated in different ways helps to develop your critical thinking skills.
How often should I visit with a tutor?

At least once a week, if not more. National data on academic support show that students who participate in tutoring on a regular basis earn higher grades when compared to students who don’t participate at all.
What happens if I miss my tutoring session?

Students are considered a "no-show" if not present at the beginning of their scheduled session time. Students who "no-show" will forfeit their time and may lose the ability to sign up for future tutoring sessions!
What happens if I lose my ability to make appointments?

Three (3) "no-shows" in a quarter will result in cancellation of all ARC appointments for the remainder of the quarter. This includes cancellation of appointments in less than 24-hours. Effected student can walk in to see if any tutors are available however, space is not guaranteed. Student will regain access to the appointment system when the new quarter begins.
I am interested in working as a Tutor - What do I need to apply?

Be sure to review our student employment section to see courses supported; GPA qualifications; tutor responsibilities; and where to submit your application. You will need to submit:

1) a copy of your unofficial transcript – no password protected files, please;

2) ARC student employment application – found in the TAP student employment section;

3) Minimum of 1 Reference – the application process requires a reference from 1 to 3 subject area experts we may reach out to who can speak to your competency in your area of specialization (e.g., in STEM, humanities, social sciences, languages, business, economics, etc.). Listed references will receive an email from TAP program staff with a link to an online form asking the relationship to the applicant and an assessment of the applicant's ability to engage competently with material in the content area. This should require no more than 5 minutes.

If there are any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to TAP staff via email at elena.perez@ucr.edu and/or susana.brower@ucr.edu.

Tutoring Request Form

Having trouble finding an available tutor? Let us help you.

Fill out this

tutor request form

NOTE (10/7): Due to a glitch in the system, please resubmit any Tutor Request Forms submitted in the past two weeks. Apologies for any inconvenience.

You should receive an email confirmation of your submission. Additionally, the TAP staff will be notified via email of your request and reply within 2-3 business days.

While we will try to accommodate your request, we cannot guarantee a subject tutor for all requests.


Please note: This is not a private tutor referral service. Tutoring is provided free of charge to UCR students. You may receive ARC tutoring for a course in which you are currently registered.

Unavailable Tutoring Appointments Form

Having trouble making an appointment with a tutor for a course we support? Let us know.

Fill out this

Unavailable Appointments form

While we will use this information to improve tutoring availability, we cannot guarantee all requests.

Tutor Employment Opportunities

To learn more about potential tutoring opportunities for students, please refer to the following list of available subjects, qualifications, responsibilities, and the application.

Tutoring Subjects & Disciplines
Tutor Qualifications
Tutor Responsibilities

Biology
Biochemistry
Business
Cell Biology and Neuroscience
Chemistry
Computer Science
Economics
Engineering

Languages
Linguistics
Mathematics
Physics
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
Statistics

Subject to Change

Sophomore, junior or senior standing
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA/3.3 GPA in subject area
UCR student for at least one year
Transfer students must have a minimum of two quarters of UCR coursework prior to position starting
Responsible, reliable, and punctual
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Professional behavior/demeanor
Attend pre-term tutor training

Offer one-hour tutoring sessions (work hours are flexible)
Work one-on-one and in small groups with UCR students
Maintain a weekly tutoring schedule
Keep accurate records and use required forms
Develop and maintain relationships with students, instructors and staff
Create tutor advertising and promotion
Participate in ARC outreach

Applications accepted on a rolling basis

Employment Applications

Due to its College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) training program certification, TAP requires applicants to submit the names of 1-3 content-area experts as references.

List of Acceptable References:
Faculty who has taught you in a class at UCR or another campus in your general field – e.g., STEM, Humanities, Business, etc.;
Faculty who has overseen you in a lab or is your PI;
Post-doc or grad student who has worked with you in a lab/in research;
Expert in your field of study outside of UCR (e.g., physician who oversees volunteer work, etc.)

NOTE: Classmates, tutors/SI leaders or peer educators/peer mentors, and friends do not qualify as "content-area experts."
Coworkers, unless they are verifiable experts in an academic field, also likely do not qualify.

Unsure of someone you want to list? Reach out to the TAP Staff to inquire.