An Aide/In class tutor for College/Adult Ed?

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Hey gang,

I was wondering if there is a such thing as a Aide or an in class tutor for College/Adult Ed? I know in mainstream k-12 schools such assistance is offered but I am unsure if such assistance would be available on the adult level I'm looking for somebody whom could better explain things to me so that I am able to pick up on what is being taught and also help me when transitioning form subject A to subject B, I am high functioning just I have some issues which I believe is preventing me from learning at an acceptable level.

I know the college I am going to doesn't offer tutors or "aides" but because I have documentation of ASD and some that mentions a learning disability they would be accomdating to allow a person to sit in and help in the above mention areas

Anybody have any advice where I should start looking or whom I should reach out to?

Thanks

I went to a small college; I've never encountered such a situation.

Have you gotten any credits at your present college? If so, maybe you could transfer to a college which offers that. Make sure you could transfer the credits.

For some reason, I would tend to doubt that there's such thing as an "aide"--though I've heard of "note-takers."

Other people will chime in who know better than me. I hope you find a situation you're comfortable with--even if you don't get the in-class aide.

You seem like a smart guy. I think you could overcome obstacles that are placed in your way.

Thanks,

If I am so smart then why was I called ret*d in middle school and why wasn't this crap taught to me then rather then now?! here's another issue kraftiekortie every semester I may have new instructors whom teaches in their own way, It seams to me there's little to no continuity between what is being taught from one semester to another. it's almost like forget what you were taught last time I'm going to teach you the "right way", I liked my old teacher as she was almost like a grandmother in the sense that she took her time with me(she knew early on I had Autism and some difficulties with math and transitioning from subject A to subject B) and didn't come off as kind of condescending. furthermore she offered some positive remarks when I could catch on where as the instructor now is like "yea that's good or no you wrong do it again" mind ya I don't want people to told my hand to pat me on the back when I do good but I'd like to know that some of my efforts are being noticed.

First off---you're not "ret*d." Get that out of your thick skull.

I think there was much misdiagnosis--which is affecting you right now.

Some instructors are more patient than others. This one seems to be one of the impatient ones. What course are you taking, anyway?

I wish you could find someone who could teach you--then encourage you to use what you learned on your own. Then provide honest feedback in relation to your efforts.

It's not hopeless.

You have to realize that "semester to semester" that there will be differences. It is your task to adjust to the differences.

What courses are you taking this semester?

Hi, it's a continuation of the classes last year Math and reading/writing I'm at the top level of reading/writing I think I'm in 4th or 5th grade equivalent in math (whatever grade long division,fractions decimals are related to) It seams when I was in school they were more concerned about me wiping tables in the school cafeteria or cleaning hotel rooms inane "community outings" or learning s**t I already knew such as learning to tell time two-three digit addition/subtraction (which I leaned two school year prior) then teaching grade appropriate math.

Yes many people thought I was this or that tho only 2 specialists actually thought I was autistic (1 when I was 5-6 and the other when I was 12) tho my mother chose not to pursue an official diagnoses for Autism (I was officially diagnosed last year it was pretty much black & white that I had it)

I too wish I could find somebody whom isn't in a rush that could perhaps put things in terms that I could understand

I'm not saying it's hopeless but I am really questioning my abilities...I know it's a stereotype but I wish I could be one those whom are on the spectrum and is fluent in math.

Anyways thank you for replying Kraftiekortie it's good to know I've got somebody here that I can be in contact with!

Story of my life.


People obviously have blinders on. If you don't fit the mold precisely, there must be something wrong with you... not the reality that their experience is just a wee bit too narrow.

I hired a professional to help me with communication and deciphering assignment directions. After a few weeks, it proved to be the smartest decision ever. Eventually, I had him contact my VR counselor and he was added to my school expenses. He is now paid by the state.