Peer English Tutoring
We are looking for active and committed HKUers who are:
Native/ near-native English speakers
Reliable & dedicated to contributing to this support network
Equipped with good communication & interpersonal skills
Passionate in exchanging knowledge & campus experiences
Willing to expand social circle & cultural exposures
Tutor’s Commitment & Responsibilities:
- Host practice sessions for your matched Tutees
- Design and provide a personalised learning experience to your Tutees
- Encourage your Tutees to speak up and help them build social confidence by creating a non-judgemental learning environment
- Foster a supportive and helping attitude among HKUers
What can be expected from peer tutoring?
- CEDARS Reward Points
- Networking opportunities and new friendships across countries/ disciplines/ levels of study
- Enhanced communication and coaching skills that are beneficial to your studies/ future career
What is the difference between Peer English Tutoring and other English courses?
Unlike standard English courses with a strong focus on grammar and academic writing/ presentations, Peer English Tutoring helps you build up your social confidence via casual conversations on any topic of your interest.
Tutee’s Commitment:
To attend three 1-hour practice sessions hosted by your Peer Tutor
What can be expected from the tutorials?
Practise oral English & gain insider tips for improvement
Carefree casual chats with natives
Build new friendships across countries, disciplines/ levels of study
Join as Tutee by following the steps below:
1. Log in to the system (“Login” button at the top right corner)
2. Complete your profile
3. Go to “Join the Programmes”, select “Peer English Tutoring”, and click the “Apply for Tutee” button located at the button of the page
4. Choose the Peer Tutor you prefer and select your tutoring timeslots.
Tutoring timeslots offered by Peer Tutor(s) are selected based on a first-come-first-served basis. No special arrangements will be made after all the timeslots are exhausted.