About
Become part of a vibrant learning community and help a local adult get the education they need to pursue college or a living wage job.
Volunteers join a class for adults seeking get their High School Equivalency (HiSET, formerly GED). They assist in the classroom by working one-to-one, in small groups, or float among the class helping students (typically 12 or fewer) as needed.We have a few classes conducted in Spanish, and need tutors who are fluent Spanish speakers to assit.
Volunteers provide valuable individual attention, and a second source of help and support to students, and allow a teacher to more effectively meet the needs of a diverse class.
Classes meet weekday mornings or afternoons in Holyoke.
No experience as a teacher/tutor required - just a willingness to learn, and the ability to relate and communicate well with people. We will provide training to help you succeed.
6 month minimum commitment
Skills
- Tutoring
- Adult Education
- Literacy / Reading
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Spanish
Good Match For
People 55+
Requirements & Commitment
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1 1/2 - 3 hours per week
- Interview with Tutor/Mentor Program, complete CORI check, complete 4 training sessions