Become a Tutor

Make a meaningful impact by helping adults learn English or prepare for U.S. citizenship. As a volunteer tutor, you’ll provide one-on-one support, empowering learners to build confidence and achieve their goals. No teaching experience is needed—we provide training and resources to help you succeed. Join our team and change lives through literacy!

Becoming a Tutor is as Easy as 1-2-3!

1️⃣ Attend a volunteer orientation.
2️⃣ Complete program-specific tutor training.
3️⃣ Get matched with a student, and start making a difference!

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Volunteer Tutor Roles

English Language Acquistion

  • Meet with a student one-on-one twice per week for 1.5 hours for at least one year.

  • Follow the provided Oxford University Press’s Step Forward curriculum to plan and deliver your lessons.

  • Help adult learners gain the language skills they need for economic and social success!

Citizenship Preparation

  • Meet with a student one-on-one once per week for 1 hour for about six months.

  • Utilize the provided resources to help students prepare for their Naturalization Interview.

  • Help adult students achieve their dream of becoming U.S. citizens, changing their lives and their families’ futures!

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Conversation Partners

  • Sign up to come to a session to have a conversation with a small group of students.

  • Help adult students practice the speaking skills they are learning in their one-on-one tutoring sessions with a friendly

SIGN UP FOR OUR NEXT VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION

Complete this form and we will contact you with more information!

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Maria lost her job as a result of Helene; with the support of her tutor helping with her English and interview skills, she had 3 job offers and was able to find a better job than the one she lost!