Characteristics of a Good Tutor

A good tutor:

• Serves as both mentor and role model
• Encourages participatory and active learning
• Shows respect and tolerance
• Is patient, punctual, responsible, and professional
• Can commit the necessary time and effort to help a student reach her literacy goals
• Works hard to transfer classroom learning to the real world
• Has good communication skills
• Can put a student at ease with a positive attitude and a sense of humor
• Is well-trained and competent