Volunteers
Sharing your reading skills can make a difference in someone's
life
and in yours!
If you think you're unqualified to teach someone to read, please consider that you just passed the test. All it takes is the ability to read and the interest to help others. As a volunteer, you'll help someone learn one of the most basic skills for getting ahead.
And it only takes a few hours a week. Volunteer to be a tutor for an adult learner
- Volunteer tutors help adults who need basic literacy skills or who are new English speakers.
Who can become a volunteer tutor?
- Tutors must be at least 18 years of age
- Tutors must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED
- Tutors must relate with sensitivity and compassion
- Tutors must maintain confidentiality, demonstrate patience & perseverance
How will I know what to do?
Where and how often do I tutor?
- Tutors and new readers meet at a mutually convenient time and location in a private area of a public site (library, church, school)
- Tutors agree to meet with a student for at least 2 hours each week for at least 1 year
Click to view Volunteers opportunities in Detroit, Oakland and Macomb Counties.
Macomb Countynty
Oakland Countydaining Calendar
Wayne Countyining Calendar i lendar
Please choose an area that is convenient for you and
fill out the Information Request Form below.
Information Request Forms
Detroit / Wayne County
Macomb County
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