Tutor Volunteer
Job Description
Importance of Position: Significantly impact the life of an adult for whom English is a second language and whose limited literacy is a problem in everyday life.
Qualifications:
- Submit volunteer application and agreement and sign Inquiry Release Form.
- Be 18 years of age or older, speak English well, and have the ability to read and write English at a 12th grade level. No previous teaching experience is necessary.
- Ability to be sensitive, patient, understanding and respectful of learners’ situation, needs and goals.
- Willingness to be creative, flexible, enthusiastic and have a sense of humor.
- Have good communication, listening and organizational skills.
- Willingness to commit to a consistent weekly meeting schedule for one-on-one tutoring with an assigned adult learner.
Responsible to: Literacy Program Coordinator
Responsibilities:
- Successfully complete training program.
- Once matched, work with your learner to establish a twice-weekly meeting schedule in a neutral public location, such as the library, a church or community center.
- Be learner-centered, plan and conduct lessons keyed to your learner's specific needs, interests and goals.
- Attend tutor in-service training and networking meetings as scheduled.
- Meet reporting requirements including monthly progress reports on hours of service, goals met and materials used. If you stop meeting with your learner for any reason, notify Literacy Program Coordinator immediately.
Time Commitment: After initial training, then 5-8 hours per week preparing for and meeting with your learner, and tutor in-service training and networking as offered.
Length of Commitment: Minimum one year
Grounds for Termination (including, but not limited to):
- Failure to successfully complete the training program
- Failure to carry out assigned responsibilities
- Breach of confidentiality
Contact Person: Pam Strait
Literacy Program Coordinator
(701) 241-8111
pstrait@cityoffargo.com