Peer tutoring

Click on the registration form above and follow the instructions.

Peer tutors are upper-year students hired and trained by SALS to provide support in specific courses or subject matter. Your peer tutor will help strengthen your understanding of the course content.

There is no cost to access peer tutoring or any of SALS academic support.

Students are entitled to 30 hours of Peer tutoring per semester. You can book up to two appointments per week in different subjects.

Determine where there are gaps in your understanding or where you need additional direction and guidance. Bring relevant course material and questions for your peer tutoring appointment.

• Peer tutors are student peers who help other students review and understand course material.
• Peer writing tutors are student peers with strong writing skills, who help students with basic writing needs.   
• Learning Specialists are subject-matter experts supporting students in specific subjects (Accounting, Biology Chemistry, Math, Physics) within their programs. Learning Specialists also teach students learning strategies to help them achieve success.
• Writing/ESL Specialists are writing and language experts who teach students any type of academic writing at any stage of the writing process to help them meet program requirements. They are also experts in supporting students with English as a second or additional language whenever English communication or acculturation is a barrier to success.

Peer tutors must meet the following requirements:

• Be a full-time student currently enrolled at Durham College
• Have achieved a GPA of 3.5 or greater (80% or higher) in the courses you want to Peer tutor and a minimum overall cumulative GPA of 3.5
• Must be in second semester or higher of your program or possess a previous relevant degree/diploma
• Must provide one reference from Durham College faculty
• Be available to work 4 to 12 hours per week throughout the semester

Yes, you must complete training. More information will be provided at the time of hire.

• Have an excellent understanding of the course content and concepts in their academic program
• Provide guidance and instruction on previously taught course content to help promote independent and ongoing learning
• Possess good interpersonal skills and be able to explain course material clearly
• Be punctual for scheduled tutor appointments
• Follow the policies and procedures for Student Academic Learning Services (SALS)
• Adhere to the academic integrity and confidentiality agreements set by the college
• Submit required documentation such as payroll timesheets every two weeks

Peer tutors are paid $18.56 per hour. A financial aid application must be completed prior to hiring.

A peer tutor may work up to a maximum of 12 hours per week. However, hours are dependent upon the needs of the students receiving tutoring.