Tutor Training

• Which of the trainings are required vs. recommended?

  All to-dos for the SAT Bootcamp are required and can be found at https://schoolhouse.world/w/sat-bootcamp. These trainings include: Attend an Onboarding Session Complete "Tutoring to Your Score Range" training Fill out any SAT Bootcamp SurveysSome readers

• What is an onboarding session?

  The onboarding session is a 60-minute training, hosted by an onboarding lead, to welcome you to Schoolhouse and prepare you to host an SAT Bootcamp! In the session, you should actively engage in discussions / demos to prepare yourself for your upcoming bootcamp. You will go over the logistics of the bootcamp, learn best practices, and have the opportunity to ask additional questions.Some readers

• When should I complete the tutor trainings? What if I missed a deadline?

  Please refer to your SAT Bootcamp homepage to see training deadlines.Few readers

• How do I navigate the SAT Bootcamp Subworld?

  Once you join the SAT Bootcamp Subworld, you will be see a side bar with a number of tabs. The purpose of each tabs is listed below: Home Home: highlights the most important subworld activities including key to-dos, upcoming bootcamps, and channel mentions Sessions: where learners can explore all upcoming SAT Bootcamps All Posts: a summary of all recent channel activity Channels Discussion: for learners to engage in diFew readers

• What are the research tasks?

  The research tasks include occasional surveys, short exercises, and focus groups to understand the feelings of tutors and learners toward the SAT tutoring. All responses will be confidential and the information provided will be combined with the responses of others in summary reports that do not identify you as an individual.Few readers

• Can I do the other training modules on the Schoolhouse website?

  Yes, you can complete any other training modules and are highly encouraged to do so! It will help you prepare for your sessions and make you a stronger tutor.Few readers

Scheduling My Bootcamp

• What is the time commitment for SAT Bootcamps?

  The bootcamps will take place for four weeks before the scheduled SAT (e.g., Sept. 3 to 30 for the October 1st SAT). The sessions will take place twice a week and will take 75 minutes each.Some readers

• Can I choose the days and times for my series?

  Yes, the bootcamps take place twice a week and you will be able to select the day and time of these two weekly sessions when scheduling your bootcamp. Those two days and times will then repeat for the remainder of the series. Bootcamps are most popular between 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT on weekdays and 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM EDT on weekends.Few readers

• Do I need to choose the same days and times each week for my series?

  Yes, we require that you use the same days and times each week (e.g., 10am Saturday and 4pm Sunday of every week) to keep it simple for learners signing up. Otherwise, learners will likely not be able to attend all the days of your bootcamps.Few readers

• Can I host multiple SAT Bootcamps?

  Yes! You may host as many SAT Bootcamps as you'd like! Please make sure you know what your schedule will look like during the cycle so you know how many bootcamps you are able to handle.Few readers

• Can I open up more spots if my bootcamp is full?

  No, for now we will be capping bootcamps at 10 learners but will let tutors know via Slack if this policy changes.Few readers

Curriculum and Platform Navigation

• Where can I find the practice tests used during my bootcamp?

  On your bootcamp homepage, you will find an “Assessments” tab on the left-hand side of your bootcamp page with links to the exams. Both learners and tutors will see this tab.Few readers

• Can I deviate from the curriculum?

  No, you should follow the structure of the curriculum as it has been designed to maximize learning and to preserve the integrity of the research study. But notice that the curriculum expects you to make some decisions on your own! We won’t tell you what icebreakers to do or how to explain certain math topics. This is where your own creativity as a tutor and experiences as a former SAT taker will comFew readers

• Can I stay longer or engage with the learners outside a session?

  Yes, you’re allowed to spend extra time with learners before/after the session, but you learners to stay. As always, be mindful of your learners’ time. Please approximately track how much extra time you spend with learners and how you spent the time (e.g. content-related help, study tips). We may ask you to report this extra time in an end-of-bootcamp survey to better understand the support learners received during the bootcamp.Few readers

• What should I do if I finish my session early?

  If you have extra time, you can use it to get to know your learners or share tips about the SAT, etc. You can also use the time to see if they have any questions and work on additional exercises. If there are none, and you have nothing else, feel free to end early.Few readers

• How can I accommodate learners who are granted extra time on the SAT?

  The best way to do this is usually to let the relevant learners know that they can do the assessments ahead of the sessions with the extra time they need (learners can access them from the Assessments tab of the bootcamp even outside the session times). Then, during the test-taking timeFew readers

• Will I have access to diagnostics to know the content gaps of my learners?

  Yes! Learners will do a practice exam at the start of the bootcamp, and you will be provided this data on the “Assessments” tab of your bootcamp.Few readers

• How does “suggested practice” identify high, medium, and low priority problems?

  The suggested practice targets problems that a significant number of learners got wrong, but also easier problems that can be improved upon more quickly.Few readers

• Can I get recordings of my sessions?

  No, unless you are part of a volunteer team that reviews recordings, but even then, you won’t be able to share them with your learners. To learn more, please see this article.Few readers

• Am I allowed to pick between practice tests or should I use specific ones?

  No, we will provide specific practice tests A and B for you, as supplied by the College Board.Few readers

• Can I require small homework tasks outside the sessions?

  Unfortunately, no. The goal is for these tutoring sessions to be entirely self-contained. From our observations of Schoolhouse series so far, when outside tasks are assigned, not everyone does them. So everything required, including mock exams, will be done during the live sessions.Few readers

• Besides homework, can I suggest other resources to use outside of sessions?

  Yes! While you can’t require anything outside as one would with homework, you are definitely allowed to recommend other resources both on Schoolhouse (e.g. the SAT Math Help and SAT R&W Help channels) and outside it (e.g. Khan Academy lessons).Few readers

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Learner Attendance

• What if I have no one sign up / show up for my bootcamp?

  If your bootcamp has no one registered by the day it starts, we encourage you to do one of the following: Consider changing your timings: Perhaps the timings of your bootcamp don’t work for learners. Check the other bootcamp at this link to see what times generally work! Host SAT Prep: We also encourage that you host sessions and help learners in the SAT Prep Subworld! If learners signed up forSome readers

• Should I remove learners who are not following the attendance policy?

  Yes, we want to enforce the attendance policy to make sure that learners are staying accountable as missing sessions 1) negatively affect the student’s learning and 2) takes the bootcamp spot from someone else. As stated in the bootcamp attendance policy that all learners acknowledged, if a learner has 2 or more unexcused absences (i.e., they do not let you know they will miss) they may be removed from the series. After 2 unexcused absences: Message the learner individually to see if theyFew readers

• Learners are not showing up. What do I do?

  If you're seeing very low learner attendance, message the series group chat to remind learner the session is starting (we recommend messaging out a session reminder a day or two in advance as well). You can also additionally messaging them individually to try to get their attention. As frustrating as it is, there is really no conFew readers

• What do I do if a learner misses my session?

  It's normal for learners to sometimes miss session(s) as scheduling conflicts and extenuating circumstances may come up. Remember that learners have agreed to follow this attendance policy. If a learner does miss a session (excused or unexcused), you should message them asking to use the Session Makeup Guide to catch upFew readers

• What if I only have one person signed up for my bootcamp?

  You can tutor your sessions normally, but if no one attends twice in a row, we encourage you to tutor in the SAT Prep Subworld instead.Few readers

• When will I have learners sign up for my bootcamp?

  We will start recruiting learners to sign up approximately two weeks before the bootcamps begin. You will see an announcement in the Tutors channel when the learner recruitment email goes out! You won’t be notified about specific signups, but you can visit your bootcamp page to see who has signed up.Few readers

Tutor Attendance

• What do I do if I need to miss a day?

  If you have an extenuating circumstance and have to miss or reschedule a session, please do the following: Step 1: Determine if circumstances will allow you to reschedule your session or ifPopular

• Can I change my SAT session timings after the series has begun?

  However, if you have an immovable scheduling conflict or extenuating circumstance, we recommend that you follow the steps in this FAQ articleSome readers

• What should I do if I cannot participate in the bootcamp anymore?

  A) If you a bootcamp series, there is nothing else to do on your end. Please feel free to tutor on Schoolhouse outside of the bootcamp (e.g. other sessions and series)! B) If you have already scheduled a bootcamp series and you have no learners registered yet, then you should delete the bootcamp (from the bootcamp page) as soon as possible. Please feel free to tutor on Schoolhouse outside of the bootcamp (e.g. other sessions and series)! C) IfFew readers

• What is the tutor attendance policy for SAT Bootcamps?

  The SAT Bootcamp Attendance Policy: If a tutor does not join 15 min into a session, it is considered a no-show. 2 no-shows in a row or 3 no-shows during your SAT bootcamp may result in your series getting cancelled and tutor privileges being revoked. If you cannot commit to this policy, please cancel yourFew readers

Engaging with Learners & Tutors

• Can I use the Khan Academy coach tool with my learners?

  No. In the past, some tutors have requested to become the “coach” of their learners on the Khan Academy website. Unfortunately, we can’t do this because of privacy concerns as learners would have to provide their email addresses to you.Few readers

• Can I start a group chat with my learners?

  Yes, it is recommended that you start a group chat on the platform! In order to do it, go to your bootcamp page and click “Create Group Chat” on the left-hand side. This will let you communicate with your learners between sessions. They will also be emailed about new messages.Few readers

• Can I share details about the research partner with friends?

  Please do not share details about Schoolhouse’s research partner with people outside the SAT Bootcamps, including other tutors (if they have not filled out the consent/assent forms). This also includes citing the research partner in emails, resumes, interviews, etc. Instead, you should refer to it generally as a Schoolhouse SAT Bootcamp. This protects the privacy of our partner and ensures we can continue a positive relationship with them going forward.Few readers

• Who are the learners I will be working with?

  The bootcamps will be open to students from all around the world! Many learners will also join via an invitation from our research partner - these specific learners are from the US and likely plan to take the SAT in the future.Few readers

• What can I discuss with other tutors outside the SAT Bootcamp?

  By navigating into different Subworlds, you can meet other tutors and interact with the rest of the schoolhouse.world community that isn’t a part of the SAT Bootcamp. This is a great thing to do and is highly encouraged! We want you to meet other tutors and become a part of our community :)Few readers

• Can I share materials (PPTs, exam PDFs) with my learners?

  Yes, you are definitely encouraged to share resources from the SAT Bootcamps that would benefit your learners! You can directly share links to any of the PPTs (e.g., orientation session, concept lessons) and download assessment PDFs before sharing with your learners. Just make sure to only share solutions to your practice tests after the learners have taken the relevant assessments.Few readers

• What can I discuss with other tutors within the SAT Bootcamp?

  You are allowed to discuss the overall curriculum and details as you see in this document. However, there may be specific additional activities and strategies that we share with you or your learners. These activities are part of the study’s interventions so do not worry if you don’t receive them.Few readers

Volunteering Post-Bootcamp

• Will I have other opportunities to tutor, outside of the bootcamp?

  Yes! You already have certifications that allow you to host sessions in SAT Prep and you can continue to get certifications to host sessions in more subjects by navigating to the "My Journey" page of any of the subworlds.Few readers

• What can I tutor now once my SAT bootcamp is over?

  You will be able to continue hosting SAT sessions in the SAT Prep Subworlds. You can also join other Subworlds and get certified to tutor in those subjects by going to the "Certify" page!Few readers

• How can I become more integrated into the community?

  You should explore other offerings on schoolhouse.world and other Subworlds on the platform! Attending sessions and participating in various Subworlds are great ways to meet new tutors and friends. Keep an eye out for sessions and chatter in the Schoolhouse Tutors Subworld!Few readers

• Will there be more bootcamps in the future?

  Yes, we will continue offering SAT bootcamps in accordance with the College Board SAT dates, which can be found here.Few readers