Learning Center Tutor

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21 st Century Community Learning at Friendship Place is a student-centered initiative to meet student learning goals. The program helps students meet state and local student standards in core academic subjects, such as reading and math; offers students a broad array of enrichment activities that can complement their regular academic programs; and offers literacy and other educational services to the families of participating children.

Volunteers provide hands-on assistance that offers students a broad array of academic support and enrichment, helping students to achieve, connect and thrive.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Tutor students based on individual needs and curriculum material

• Fulfill scheduled commitment:
  • Regular tutor, usually weekly
  • Substitute tutor, commit to subbing at least every 4-6 weeks

• Provide input/feedback to Program Coordinator

Volunteer Qualifications/Requirments:

• Keen interest in students' education
• Strong leadership skills under minimal supervision
• Demonstrated patience and concern in working with children
• Ability to commit to a schedule as a regular or substitute
• Completed application and background check
• Interview with Program Coordinator

Time Commitment:

• 4-10 hours per month

• Hours of Operation:
  • Tuesday:
    • 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
    • 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday:
    • 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
    • 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
  • Thursday:
    • 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
    • 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Benefits:

• Make a positive impact on students by helping them succeed
• Meet new people with shared interests
• Practice and share skills
• Contribute to personal health and wellness