Become a Volunteer Tutor for an adult student

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LVM Literacy Unlimited at Framingham Library is always looking for volunteers to become literacy tutors. We have two types of tutoring programs for students: ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) and ABE (Adult Basic Education). Tutors may work with one student, or they may teach a small group.

The next ESOL tutor training will be in-person on Thursdays (April 4, 11, 18, 25, and May 2, 9) 2024, from 1:30-4:30 pm in the Framingham Public Library-Costin Room

Before you register, we encourage you to attend the in-person tutor information session on Thursday, March 21, 2024, from 1:30-2:30 pm in the Framingham Public Library-Costin Room

Volunteer tutor responsibilities:

• Complete LVM's ABE or ESOL tutor training.
• Prepare individualized student-centered lesson plans for assigned student.
• Tutor student for 2 hours per week for a minimum of 9-12 months.
• Support student evaluation activities.

Volunteer tutor qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of tutor training
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, sense of humor, patience and ability to work with diverse groups.
• Compassion for the struggles of adult learners, especially those with limited literacy and English language skills, disadvantaged and typically marginalized populations.

All volunteer tutors must undergo a 18 hour tutor training before they can begin to work with a student. At this point, we don't have a tutor training scheduled. We'll reach out to you once we schedule the next tutor training.

For more information, please call us at 508-532-5574 or email us at fplmail4@minlib.net

Thank You!