Volunteer Details

Adult Literacy Volunteers

Short Summary:

Adult Literacy Services matches learners with volunteers who tutor them in basic reading, writing and math.

Summary:

You can help the Library by volunteering in a number of programs run by the Toronto Public Library. Take part in this rewarding experience and assist others in your community by volunteering today.

Volunteer Role:

Attend all tutor training sessions. Training covers program philosophy, tutor responsibilities, program procedures, library resources and methods and techniques for tutoring learners Plan, conduct and review lessons Maintain written weekly reports on the learner’s progress and the methods and materials used Participate with staff in an ongoing evaluation process to determine if the learner’s needs are being met

Criteria:

Once you get accepted into the program, you will get training on how to be a tutor and get shown all the resources the library offers to help you with your learner. Library staff will then pair you with a learner and give you a training package based on the learner’s goals, skills and areas needing work. You will use this package when planning lessons and giving tutoring sessions. Learners are asked to keep dated samples of their work and tutors document weekly progress. Library staff reviews these files as part of the ongoing assessment. During ongoing assessments, the program coordinator asks the learner to demonstrate acquired skills.

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How To Apply:

Link:

https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/support-us/volunteering/adult-literacy/

Age: 19+
Email: volunteer@tpl.ca.
Phone: 416-395-5555
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