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First Session Checklist

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The first session is a critical period in establishing rapport and consistency with your student. Following the steps below will help you and your student establish a solid student-tutor relationship.

         Log In. Explain to the student that they must log in and out for each session.
         Explain your role as the Tutor/Writing Advisor. (You are there to help the student improve his/her study skills, test taking, time management, reading comprehension, writing, and understanding of course content).
          Get a copy of the syllabus for the student's file.
         Review the Policies & Rules in the TIP manual and the Add/Drop/Change Form (pdf) with the student.
         Have your student complete the Cook Counseling Center Study Skills Inventory. Discuss results and make recommendations for your student. (Don't forget to applaud their strengths.)
         English Tutors should ask students for a copy of an old essay or report for diagnostic and preparation purposes. They also should complete a Student Tutorial Assessment form (pdf).
         After your meeting, log out.
         English Tutors and Advisors must write a Tutor/Advisor's Report (pdf).


Updated September 29, 2004
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