Remember: tutoring is your boost, not your shortcut. Tutoring will help you learn the material at your own pace and in ways that work for you, but your own practice and persistence are what make success possible. Combine both, and you’ll be amazed at what you can achieve!
WHAT CAN A MATH TUTOR DO?
It's important that your math grade reflects your personal effort and abilities, which can sometimes be more difficult when all your homework, tests, and quizzes are online. Student Success Commons tutors are here to help you, but in a way that ensures your work is your own. If you seek help from a SSC math tutor, please first understand what you can and can't expect.
WE CAN:
Help you understand and interpret questions.
Show you how to take and use good notes.
Provide support and encouragement.
Work with you on examples to help you understand the steps and concepts.
Help you review past quizzes and make notes that will assist you for future assignments.
Show you how to use your calculator effectively.
WE CANNOT:
Give you solutions for a problem.
Teach you the material from scratch (you must attend class, watch instructional videos, and read your textbook!).
Sit with you through every quiz, test, or other assignment.
Work with you on examples while you're taking an exam.
Walk you through calculations during quizzes or tests.
Tell you if an answer to a quiz or test question is right or wrong before it's submitted.
Please remember that assistance for homework assignments and studying is allowed, and you are welcome to work with a partner on these things unless prohibited by your teacher. However, students are not permitted to receive help from tutors, classmates, friends, family, or AI during any quizzes or tests unless otherwise explicitly indicated by your instructor. Students must also keep in mind YCCC guidelines regarding academic misconduct:
The College promotes and maintains high ethical standards of academic conduct. It is College
policy to discourage academic misconduct via appropriate administrative penalties. Academic
misconduct includes but is not limited to: cheating or dishonesty of any kind in performing
academic work; plagiarism, whether intentional or unintentional; and receiving, or attempting to
receive, academic credit under false pretenses; submitting the same work in more than one course,
without prior permission of the instructor of the second course, or assisting anyone engaged in
academic misconduct.
Math support FAQ
Any YCCC student enrolled in a math (MAT) class or taking a course that involves math—yes, even if it’s just entering a crazy formula in Microsoft Excel!
Math tutoring covers any MAT course as well as support for any student using Microsoft Excel to perform calculations. Tutoring for dosage calculations is also available with Karissa Cole.
Please note: classes coded as ACC, BUS, and FIN are not specifically covered under Student Success Commons math tutoring. Math tutors will help the best we can, but if you need support with any of these classes please reach out to your instructor and student success coach.
Our tutoring schedule is always available on our tutoring page. If you have additional questions about how and when you can get math support, please email Karissa.
Not at all! Tutoring is for everyone—whether you're trying to catch up, keep up, or level up.
Math tutoring at the SSC is walk-in friendly—just stop by during our open hours and a tutor will be happy to help you. You don’t need an appointment! Whether you can only stay for 10 minutes, or 4 hours, drop-in tutoring is here to fit your schedule.
Drop-in tutoring isn’t the same as a study group or a class. You’re welcome to work with friends, but it’s not required. Tutoring takes place in an open space, but your tutor will always give you one-on-one attention.
Tutors won’t lead a session like a teacher would. Instead, they’ll work with you on whatever concepts you need help with—at your pace and level. Since drop-in tutoring is student-driven, be sure to bring questions or topics you’d like to go over!
If you can't make it in person, you can also email us with questions or to connect with a tutor. And don’t forget—our website has a collection of helpful online resources, including videos, guides, and practice tools you can use anytime.
Your tutor will answer any questions, explain tricky concepts, help with practice problems, review assignments, and build your confidence. You won’t just get answers—you’ll learn how to find them.
Yes! While they won’t do your work for you, tutors can walk you through similar problems and show you strategies to tackle questions on your own.
That’s exactly why we’re here. Our tutors create a judgment-free zone where questions are always welcome, and mistakes are part of the process.
Take a deep breath—the Student Success Commons is here to help! Whether you're stuck on a math problem, stressed about a class, or just feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Please email the SSC. Please include any information you think will help, such as your class and concerns, to ensure you're connected with the right resource for you.
Use this guide to brush up on rounding rules. Practice using the examples, and learn a bit about significant figures.
ORDER OF OPERATIONS (PDF download) Knowing what to do when is vital for any math class! Ensure you're familiar with the order of operations. For more practice, check out the following resources:
Student success starts with the student! It is the student's responsibility to read the syllabus, stay on top of upcoming assignments and announcements, read their ebook or textbook, utilize any videos and notes provided, communicate with their instructor, and take the initiative to seek tutoring and support options whenever needed. Here are some additional tips to help you succeed in your math class:
