Description:
Volunteers are invited to tutors adults, age 16 years or older, whose literacy skills are below the ninth-grade level. Subjects include reading, writing, math, daily living skills, workplace skills and English as second language. All materials provided at no charge to both volunteers and students. Businesses and social services agencies are invited to partner with VLC.
When
Duration:
Ongoing
Dates:
Aug 03, 2006 -
Aug 06, 2010
Time of Day:
Morning
,
Afternoon
,
Evening
Week Day(s):
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Hours Needed:
Flexible
Time Details:
tutoring times are flexible depending on volunteer and client availability. We ask for a minimum of 3 hours per week.
Tutors must be 18 or older and possess at least a high school diploma or GED. Initial 2 hours of training/information followed by additional individualized training with program directors.
Volunteer Options:
Interest & Skill Area
Education
Career Development
Literacy
Reading Encouragement
Teaching/Instruction
Tutoring
Family Services Related
Abuse Support
Child Abuse
Domestic Violence
Elder Abuse
Adoption Support
Chaperoning
Child Care
Companionship
Conversation Partner
Friendly Telephoning
Home Visit
Errand Running/Shopping
Foster Parenting Support
Hairdressing/Nail Care
Mentoring Services
Parenting Support
Personal Finances/Tax Assistance
Refugee Resettlement
Sexual Assault
Special Event Support
Bartending
Bingo Caller
Concessions
Decorator Show House
Event Coordination
Holiday Related
Parade Marshall
Parking Lot
Party Host/Hostess
Setup/Cleanup
Sporting Event Monitor
Population(s) Served
Families
Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgender
Ethnic Groups
Immigrants/Refugees
Low Income/Public Assistance Recipients
Racial Groups
Learning Disabilities
Cognitive Disabilities
Young Adults
Adults
Older Adults
Male Only
Female Only
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