How to Volunteer

Teaching an adult how to read is one of the most gratifying volunteer experiences there is. By using the scripted curriculum we provide, you will have the tools you need to help another adult who needs to learn how to read. We ask that you attend a 1 hour orientation and a 6-hour training first, then we will match you with a student we have already assessed and interviewed. You will meet at least twice a week in a public place such as a library, church or coffee shop. You will tutor the adult for about an hour and a half each time. We ask that you make a six-month commitment to being a tutor.

Volunteers must attend an orientation and training. The training gives new tutors the knowledge needed to teach effectively including the following: the special dynamics of an adult learner, the different learning styles, the use of the Laubach phonics-based curriculum for teaching reading, plus other literacy materials. There is a $10 materials charge for the training, but all other tutoring materials are provided free of charge. For more information, call 209-558-4505.

 Click here to sign-up to attend our January tutor training or click here for March.


  • Tutor Training Schedule 2011-2012



Tutor Orientation
     
  • Date:  Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012
  • Time:  6:30-7:30 p.m.
  • Modesto Library Auditorium
  • Date:  Wednesday, March 21, 2012
  • Time:  6:30-7:30- p.m.
  • Site:  ReadingWorks Learning Center; 1230 13th St. Ste. D  Modesto
  • Date:  Wednesday, May 16, 2012
  • Time:  6:30-7:30 p.m.
  • Site:  Modesto Library Auditorium

Tutor Training 

     
     
  • Date:  Saturday, Jan. 21, 2012
  • Time:  10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Site:  ReadingWorks Learning Center; 1230 13th St. Ste. D Modesto
  • Date:  Saturday, March 24, 2012
  • Time:  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Site:  ReadingWorks Learning Center; 1230 13th St. Ste. D Modesto
  • Date:  Saturday, May 19, 2012
  • Time:  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Site:  ReadingWorks Learning Center; 1230 13th St. Ste. D Modesto