diversity and cofidentiality

Diversity

Talk about Different...

When tutoring, you will find yourself with many tutees that are different from yourself. Perhaps they have a learning disability, are of a different race or religion, or perhaps just a different gender. What if they are not as intelligent as you, or maybe not as wealthy as you? What effect does this have on your tutoring sessions?

We'd like to say that differences would have no effect on your session and hopefully, this will be the case. If it isn't, however, differences can be overcome by using some of the following:

Consciously refrain from stereotyping or generalizing groups of people.

Find commonalties.

Emphasize your similarities instead of your differences.

Respect the right of others to have opinions that are different from your own.

Be open minded.

Be patient.

Be professional.

Confidentiality

Professionalism also includes confidentiality. Your tutee should be able to speak frankly about academic problems, knowing you will not repeat what he/she said outside of the tutoring environment. This being said, it is important for you to know that if you find yourself in a situation in which you believe you are unable to resolve a difference among yourself and your tutee, you should let an Instructional Specialist know as soon as possible.

Diversity/Confidentiality

Diversity

Confidentiality