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182 people are interested
Adult Literacy Tutor
ORGANIZATION: The READ Center
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182 people are interested
1 in 6 adults in the city of Richmond struggle with literacy and 36 million adults in the United States cannot read, write, or do math above a third grade level. Literacy tutors work one-on-one with students in various locations around the city or provide classroom support to teachers in classes . Tutors commit two hours per week for one year. Visit our website to learn more and read the volunteer handbook.
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About The READ Center
Location:
5211 W. Broad Street, Suite 102, Richmond, VA 23230, US
Mission Statement
The READ Center changes lives through adult literacy by helping adults develop reading, writing, math, financial and digital skills so they can better fulfill their goals and roles as citizens, workers and family members. The READ Center provides classroom instruction, one-to-one tutoring, and community programs to adults who want to improve their literacy skills.
Description
Learning to read as an adult is complex, and our students have often had limited support or success in school. READ meets students where they are and helps them attain their literacy and life goals. The ability to read well is something many of us take for granted. We assume that every adult can read well. For one in six adults in Richmond, that is not the case. Imagine trying to understand your prescription, get a driver’s license, apply for a job online, or help your child with homework when you struggle to read. Low literacy traps families in a cycle of low educational attainment and poverty that is hard to break. Everyone needs and deserves a literate life.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
4915 Radford Avenue, Suite 204Richmond, VA 23230
DATE POSTED
September 17, 2019
SKILLS
- Tutoring
- Adult Education
- Literacy / Reading
- Community Outreach
- Teaching / Instruction
- Reading / Writing
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- One-year commitment, 2 hours per week
- Must possess High School Diploma or GED