Volunteer As an Adult Literacy Tutor

Meet inspiring people with diverse experiences. Grow as a person. Make a difference in someone's life.

Help create better lives through learning by teaching an adult reading, writing, and math, or English language skills. Free training is provided. You don't need to have teaching experience and you don't need to speak a foreign language. Your enthusiasm, patience, and compassion are far more important.

Volunteering as an adult literacy tutor gives you the chance to see firsthand the impact of your actions. 

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Rewards

  • Your student's gratitude
  • Knowing you helped someone work toward a goal
  • Meeting new people
  • Learning about different cultures and life experiences

Expectations

  • Attend a free two-part training prior to volunteering
  • Commit to working with your student for at least 6 months
  • Teach twice a week for 1.5 to 2 hours each time
  • Be age 18 or older and possess a high school credential or higher
  • Meet your student at times and in public places convenient to both of you

Opportunities

  • Receive full support from a staff member assigned to you
  • Have opportunities for coaching and additional training
  • Give back to your community
  • Help a Pittsburgher gain confidence and new skills

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