(40.5711 ,-89.6199 )
Cause Areas
When
It's flexible! We'll work with your schedule.Where
YWCA of Pekinand libraries in Tazewell & northern Mason County315 Buena Vista AvenuePekin, IL 61554About
Purpose
Help an adults aged 18 - 80 improve their reading, writing, math and English language skills to meet self-identified goals
Responsibilities
- Plan lessons based on learner's goals, needs, abilities and interests
- Select adult materials and approaches that are suitable for learner's abilities and interests
- Meet regularly and punctually
- Keep records of learner attendance and progress; complete program reports as required
- Seek to understand the psychological, emotional, and physical problems that may cause adults to have difficulty learning to read
- Involve learner in decisions about the learning process
- Help learner develop confidence and a positive attitude about learning
- Notify program of any change in schedule or tutoring location; problems
Time Required
Twice-weekly meetings with learners for 1-1/2 hours each time, with schedules arranged at the convenience of the tutor and learner; plus one to two hours per week preparing for lessons.
Skills
- Tutoring
- Adult Education
- Literacy / Reading
- Math / Science Instruction
- Reading / Writing
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
Good Match For
People 55+
Requirements & Commitment
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 3 hours per week
- Diploma/GED; teaching experience not required