Online: Virtual Youth Tutoring (age 18+)

Volunteer tutors provide online learning and encouragement for children grades K-12 who wish to improve their skills in language arts, math, science, and social studies. Three times a year we offer 8-week sessions where a tutor and student are paired up together. Sessions take place online.

Currently recruiting for:

  • Math tutors (all grades)
  • Science tutors (all grades)
  • Language Arts tutors (elementary grades)

K-12 Virtual Tutoring Terms (all on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00 pm)

  • Spring term will be Tuesdays, April 1 through May 20, 4:00 - 6:00 PM

Time Commitment

  • Time commitment can run between 1-2 hours per week, over the term.
  • We offer tutoring in 2-hour blocks on Tuesday evenings, 4:00 - 6:00 pm.
  • Students get a 30-minute slot with a tutor, once a week. We keep the same students with the same tutors in the same time slot each week.
  • It is okay if tutors need to miss a day or two per session, due to vacations, etc. But we need to know as soon as possible in advance.
  • We recruit for one session at a time, so you are only committing to that term.

Tasks & Responsibilities

  • Assist K-12 learners individually in Zoom breakout rooms (Tutors will be asked about their preferred age groups, but we appreciate flexibility)
  • Engage learners using open-ended questions to determine their specific needs and goals
  • Share knowledge of a subject such as language arts, mathematics, science, or social studies (Tutors will be asked about their preferred subjects, but we appreciate flexibility)
  • Be prepared to offer resources (both from the library and reputable online resources) to assist learners
  • Use a simple form that can be shared back with students and guardians on what you have covered and the student’s progress.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Minimum 18 years or older
  • High school or GED diploma
  • Fluency in written and spoken English. Fluency in languages other than English is also needed
  • Assist K-12 learners in specific subject areas (tutors give preferences to ages and subjects)
  • Empathy and a friendly demeanor
  • Exceptional communication and active listening skills
  • Proficiency using email
  • Proficiency or willingness to gain proficiency in Zoom
  • Patience, flexibility, and creativity
  • Willingness to use a variety of methods to promote understanding with students
  • Respect diversity and appreciate diverse learning abilities
  • Commitment to helping individuals reach personal educational goals
  • Ability to work as part of a team and to collaborate with other volunteers and staff  
  • Responsible and willing to make it to shifts on time, and cancel with plenty of notice when possible
  • Teaching or tutoring experience preferred
  • Experience working with kids preferred
  • Ability to pass a criminal record check. Results of the records check will be reviewed on an individualized basis. A conviction is not an automatic bar to volunteering.
  • Note: the more flexible you are with the grades and subjects you are willing to tutor, the more students you will be able to assist.

Training

  • Orientation and ongoing training provided by library staff
  • As-needed training for continuing education