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Vounteer Tutor Program

Make a Huge Difference in Lives

The volunteer tutor program trains and places tutors with adults who need help with basic literacy, English language learning, and/or math.

 

The Learners Might Be…

  • Working to improve weak or minimal reading, writing, or math skills
  • Trying to get a driver’s license
  • Working toward a GED
  • Learning English to become successful in their new home country
  • Learning parenting skills along with English
  • Learning basic literacy skills to train in new field of employment
  • Acquiring additional skills to transition to college credit classes

 

Volunteer Tutor Opportunities

  • In a Basic Skills, English Language Learning, or Family Literacy classroom
  • One-on-one or small groups with students in the classroom
  • At home or at community sites such as libraries with students who are not able to go to class due to physical limitations, scheduling conflicts, or readiness issues.

 

Become a Volunteer Tutor

Margie.jpgIf you are a minimum of 18 years of age, have a GED or high school diploma and a desire to help others, you have the basic ingredients to become a good tutor. We provide the training for free. Just complete an application, meet with the Volunteer Coordinator, and attend training.


Click on this link to download a volunteer tutor application.

Contact Margie Gregory at 318-3788 for more information.