Mentor, Tutor,
Supervisor
Who is who?
Aim
To examine the differences and
similarities between mentors, supervisors
and tutors
Objectives
 Describe the role of mentor, supervisor
and tutor
 Identify the differences between the roles
 Describe each role in relation to the
placement setting
‘Who’s Who?’ game
Take a sheet of paper & tear it into 3 equal pieces
Write one of these words on each sheet
1. Mentor
2. Supervisor
3. Tutor
Look at the descriptions of the role on the board,
decide which best fits the description and hold up
that piece of paper. Mrs Price will add the numbers &
write them here!
Who is this?
A trusted friend, counsellor or teacher
Scores
Mentor
Supervisor
Tutor
Who is this?
An instructor
Scores
Mentor
Supervisor
Tutor
Who is this?
Somebody who watches you to make
sure you are doing something right!
Scores
Mentor
Supervisor
Tutor
Who is this?
A teacher
Scores
Mentor
Supervisor
Tutor
Who is this?
A coach
Scores
Mentor
Supervisor
Tutor
Who is this?
Someone who gives instructions
Scores
Mentor
Supervisor
Tutor
Who is this?
Advisor and helper
Scores
Mentor
Supervisor
Tutor
Some definitions
 Mentor – A trusted friend, counsellor or
teacher. An experienced person.
 Tutor – teacher, monitor of progress
 Supervisor – coach, team leader,
instructor