Chemistry Aid Centre
Chemistry Aid Tutor Application Form
Overview of the Chemistry Aid Centre
The Chemistry Aid Centre is a joint initiative between the Biology Students’ Association, Environmental and
Physical Sciences Students’ Association, and the Chemistry Society. The purpose of this Centre is to foster an
environment that will allow science students to grasp the concepts of CHMA10/A11 and CHMB41/B42.
Historically, students in these subjects have seen significant pitfalls when faced with numerical manipulations,
reaction mechanisms, as well as applications of the concepts of the courses. The mandate of the Chemistry Aid
Centre is to provide learning assistance, guiding those requiring help in the right direction so that they can master
the university level chemistry topics.
Overview of Position
You, the tutor, play a pivotal role in success of the Centre. The tutor:
 Will guide students in understanding and solving assigned problems of the aforementioned courses
without directly providing the correct answers.
 Will uphold the meaning of being a UTSC facilitator, by providing and guiding students who require
assistance with chemistry questions.
 Will commit to the position as decided by the hiring committee. Applicants must be aware that they are
required to tutor for a minimum of 4 hours a week in the Centre.
Application Process
Candidates will go through a rigorous process of screening measures to ensure that qualified individuals are
selected. The process will proceed as follows:
 Initial screening by marks
o You must have a minimum of 75% in the chemistry courses that you would like to tutor for.
CHMA10/A11 (and CHMB41/B42, if applicable) marks must be visible on your attached transcript.
An unofficial transcript from ROSI is acceptable.
 Evaluation of your statement as to why you would like to be a Chemistry Aid Tutor (250 word limit)
 Interview with DSA members (2), Chemistry Society representative (1) and a chemistry professor (1)
presiding
o Interviews will be held on Thursday, September 6 and Friday, September 7.
Successful candidates will be expected to participate in a half-day training session held by the Centre for Teaching
and Learning on Friday, September 14 during the afternoon. Please keep your schedule open during these dates.
Chemistry Aid Tutor Application Form
Please select the courses you are interested in tutoring for (check off all that are applicable):
CHMA10
CHMA11
CHMB41
CHMB42
NOTE: If you are applying to be a tutor for CHMB41/B42, you must keep your CHMB41/B42
marks visible.
Name: ________________________________________________________________________
Program: ______________________________________________________________________
Student Number: _______________________________________________________________
Phone Number: ________________________________________________________________
Email: ________________________________________________________________________
Chemistry Aid Tutor Application Checklist
The following items must be attached in your application:
A statement (maximum of 250 words) as to why you would like to be a Chemistry Aid Tutor. Point form is
acceptable.
A copy of your transcript showing your marks from CHMA10/A11 (and CHMB41/B42, if applicable). A
minimum of 75% in the courses you are applying for is required. A ROSI printout is acceptable. You may
choose to cover your other marks.
A copy of your timetable (Fall 2012 and Winter 2013)
An updated resume/CV
Applications missing any of the above items or not following the requirements are ineligible and will not be
considered.
The applications are due by August 31 at 5 PM sharp. They must be e-mailed to chemaid@thebiosa.org.
Physical copies will not be accepted.