Tutors with Vision FAQ
What is a Tutor with Vision?
"Tutors with Vision" is an ACC Continuing Education program designed to certify tutors and serve all students. Data collected during for four years shows remarkable progress with AISD students. Tutors must be proficient in core academic areas, patient, dedicated, and willing to follow program philosophy and strategies.
"What I know is, there is a calling on each of our lives, a sacred contract that each of us made with the Creator when we came into being. It is each of our jobs to find out what that is and get on about the business of doing it." Oprah Winfrey
History of "Tutors with Vision" at ACC
A partnership formed between Abel Villarreal and Sharon Duncan, director for the Teacher Certification Program. Incoming teacher certification participants worked directly with students who needed assistance in math. Additionally, students in ACC's Associates of Arts in Teaching degree began working with Mr. Villarreal. During 2007-2011, local AISD students worked with TVs and showed amazing improvements in math scores on the TAKS exam. During fall 2010, "Tutors with Vision" became a part of ACC's Student Success Initiative as a facilitator for EC-12 students.
Tutors with Vision, 2012
2012 began a new period in Tutors with Vision as the Teaching & Learning Center began the certification for tutors. Using the results of an ACAP (Austin Competency Analysis Profile), training details fell into place. Tutors with Vision Certification takes place, spring 2012, at the Highland Business Center on specific Saturdays. Tutors must have a bachelor's degree and show competency before starting the class. Students should have access to a computer and the ability to complete regular correspondence with TLC staff.
Register can be done either online or by mail. For this program, an application is required, so complete either a Non-Degreed Application (high school credits and teacher recommendation) or a Degreed Application (Associates, Bachelor's ,or higher degree). Applications must be made before class start. All candidates will complete a Criminal Background Check (CBC) before working with students. Payment information must be completed before candidates can be paid for tutoring (usually after complete certification).
Training can be completed online and in sessions on Saturday afternoons following field-experience training of local students. Study the syllabus and complete all requirements.
Students desiring tutoring will register for the class before Friday of the week tutored and are tutored in Math, English, and Science for Middle School, High School, and the Compass exam from 9 AM to 1 PM. Directions to the Highland Business Center are provided here. Register online before Friday and pay $10 per Saturday, or register in person M-F at the Highland Business Center or the Round Rock Campus, CE office.
For more information, contact the Teaching & Learning Center: tlc@austincc.edu | (512) 223-7653 or (512) 223-7649.