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42 people are interested
Change a life... become a literacy tutor for adults!
ORGANIZATION: Burbank Public Library
This opportunity is provided by VolunteerMatch's partner.
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42 people are interested
Share your love of reading by helping a neighbor learn to read. Change a life. Become a volunteer.
We'll train you for free and then match you with an adult who struggles with reading. One-to-one tutoring for adults, 18 or older, who speak and understand English and read below an 8th grade level. The two of you will meet for an hour and a half, two times a week based on your availability. You set your schedule together. We request a minimum 6 - 9 month commitment from you.
Our time-tested curriculum is easy to use, and we provide plenty of support materials as well as the training.
No experience is necessary.
Tutors and Learners meet twice a week at mutually convenient times any time the Burbank Library Central branch is open, including evenings and Saturdays: we will match you with someone who can come at the same times you can. All in-person tutoring takes place at the Central Library at 110 N. Glenoaks in Burbank; however, we can discuss online tutoring with tutors and learners connecting through our BPL Literacy Zoom account. Meetings are still twice a week and are mutually arranged with your Learner.
Is this for you?
Tutors must participate in three steps for training:
Watch our 15 minute Youtube video to see if the Literacy Volunteer Tutor program is a good match for you.
Tutor Orientation -Burbank Public Library Literacy Services
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuejU9diMG0
Schedule an Appointment with Literacy Supervisor- When you are ready, set up a short one-on-one meeting with the Literacy Supervisor who will answer questions and instruct you on required BVP volunteer background check procedures. 818-238-5576 or adultliteracy@burbankca.gov
Start training with online Proliteracy Modules then join us for in-person New Tutor Training Saturday, March 15, 2025.
Questions?
Call 818-238-5577
Email AdultLiteracy@burbankca.gov
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About Burbank Public Library
Location:
110 N. Glenoaks Boulevard, Burbank, CA 91502, US
Mission Statement
The Public Library is dedicated to free and equal access to information, knowledge, independent lifelong learning, cultural enrichment, and the joys of reading for our diverse community.
Description
Public libraries in California seek to engage the talents, skills and commitment of volunteers to serve the communities' information and literacy needs. Libraries offer a variety of skilled volunteer opportunities to make a meaningful contribution to library programs, operations, fundraising events and other community engagement functions. Skilled volunteers have opportunities to lead projects, work with teams of staff and volunteers, learn new skills, and have fun.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Education & Literacy
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Burbank Public Library - Central Branch110 N. Glenoaks Blvd.Burbank, CA 91502
(34.18399 ,-118.30647 )
DATE POSTED
February 10, 2025
SKILLS
- Literacy / Reading
- Reading / Writing
- Basic Computer Skills
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 3 hours per week, for 9 months minimum
- Fluent in English. HS Graduate, Tutors will be fingerprinted and must pass a background check.