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2 people are interested
Adult Tutor needed at Washington Park Library
ORGANIZATION: Milwaukee Public Library
Please visit the new page to apply.
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2 people are interested
Did you know that 1 in 4 adults in Milwaukee read at or below a 4th grade reading level? Undereducated adults experience high levels of unemployment and low wages, setting them way back. Here's where you can play a vital role. The Milwaukee Public Library Adult Tutoring Program provides one-on-one literacy help for adult patrons looking to improve their basic reading, writing, and life skills. By donating your time and talents as an Adult Tutor, you can help adults on a variety of projects from reading books and writing cover letters to studying for the GED and college entrance exams.
No past teaching experience is required. We'll provide you with all the training and resources you need to help adults in our community get ahead.
Our Adult Tutoring program is offered as a drop-in service, meaning there are no appointments and tutors are not matched with specific individuals. Tutors help all patrons who show up looking for help on a first come, first served basis. Apply today and help adults get on the right track for success in life.
HOW TO BECOME AN ADULT TUTOR:
Complete an Online Volunteer Application at MPL.ORG/VOLUNTEER
WHEN:
Schedule: Thursdays 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. or Saturday's 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Commitment: 2 Hours Per Week
WHERE:
Milwaukee Public Library - Washington Park
2121 N. Sherman Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53208
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of 18 years of age.
- High School credential.
- Respectful of individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
- Ability to help all individuals in a friendly, patient, and open-minded manner.
- Good communication, active listening, and organizational skills.
- Basic knowledge of reading, writing, and math.
Questions? Contact the Library Volunteer Coordinator at MPLVolunteer@milwaukee.gov
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About Milwaukee Public Library
Location:
814 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53233, US
Mission Statement
The Milwaukee Public Library is a vital public resource that believes free and open information, materials, and services are essential to fostering creativity, discovery, literacy, and learning while enhancing life throughout our community. We are an anchor institution that helps build healthy families and vibrant neighborhoods - the foundation of a strong and thriving Milwaukee. At the Milwaukee Public Library, inspirations starts here - we help people, read, learn, and connect.
Description
As an organization, we are committed to Creating a City of Readers & Lifelong Learners, Anchoring Healthy & Vibrant Neighborhoods, and Contributing to a Strong Milwaukee.
With 13 branch locations throughout Milwaukee, we serve a population of over 595,000 individuals. We house a collection of over 2.5 million items in print, digital, and media. Each year we welcome over 2 million visitors and offer over 6,000 free programs for children, teens, and adults, throughout our community.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Milwaukee Public Library - Washington Park2121 N. Sherman BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
DATE POSTED
July 8, 2019
SKILLS
- General Education
- Mentoring
- Literacy / Reading
- Math / Science Instruction
- Adult Education
- Reading / Writing
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Thursdays 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. or Saturdays 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.