Tutoring Opportunities
Literacy Tutor
Description
Tutor an adult student or group of adult students twice a week for two hours each session. Materials and support are provided. Tutoring sessions are conducted in a public place.
When
Mutually convenient time for students and tutor
Time Commitment
Four hours per week for at least six months.
Training Required
Attend a three-hour workshop on teaching adults, followed by a six-hour training on tutoring Adult Basic Education or English as a Second Language students.
Classroom Aide
Description
Assist a classroom teacher in helping students learn English or prepare for the high school equivalency exams.
When
Monday through Thursday. Classes meet in the morning, afternoon, or evening.
Time Commitment
2.5 hours per week.
Training Required
Attend a three-hour workshop on teaching adults, followed by a six-hour training on tutoring English as a Second Language or Adult Basic Education students.
Literacy Intern
Description
Tutor adult students in English as a Second Language or Adult Basic Education, assist with organizational tasks in an area office location, and lead an individual project in an area of your choosing such as technology, development, outreach, or communications.
When
Mutually convenient time for students and intern.
Time Commitment
Credit and non-credit internships are available. Hours dependent upon your program requirements, with a four hour per week minimum to be completed over a 3-6 month internship period.
Training Required
Attend a three-hour workshop on teaching adults, followed by a six-hour training on tutoring English as a Second Language or Adult Basic Education students.
Other Opportunities
Career Transitions Volunteer
Description
Work one-to-one with an adult student to complete online job applications, practice interview skills, research postsecondary education options, apply for college and financial aid, or discuss American workplace skills and culture.
When
Mutually convenient time for student and volunteer.
Time Commitment
Varies
Training
None. Materials and support provided by Literacy Pittsburgh.
Classroom Conversation Partners
Description
We welcome corporate or civic groups to help our English as a Second Language students practice their speaking and listening skills. A group of 5-10 volunteers is best. Sessions are scheduled periodically on a first come, first served basis throughout the year.
When
Ongoing
Time Commitment
Two hours on a weekday.
Training Required
Volunteers will receive background information and tips for success prior to the session. The instructor will discuss the class activity and answer questions prior to the session.
Fundraising Volunteer
Description
Literacy Pittsburgh’s programs are offered free of charge to students due to the generosity of local individuals, foundations and corporations. Please consider sharing your passion for literacy with friends, colleagues and family. As a fundraising volunteer, you could recruit your company as a Leaders for Literacy Luncheon sponsor, organize an event to benefit Literacy Pittsburgh, start a crowdfunding page, or serve on a committee. The possibilities are endless, and your creativity is welcomed!
When
Open.
Time Commitment
Varies.
Training Required
None. Materials and support provided by Literacy Pittsburgh.
Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring
Description
Volunteers age 50 and older work one-to-one with a child in K-4 in Pittsburgh Public, Wilkinsburg or Woodland Hills school districts to help build reading skills, self-esteem and a positive attitude toward learning.
When
30-45 minutes per week during school hours.
Time Commitment
September through June.
Training Required
Attend a twelve-hour training.
Compass AmeriCorps
Description
Compass AmeriCorps members strengthen area nonprofits by providing full-time social services support and English language instruction to newly resettled refugees, immigrants and international populations.
When
September through July.
Time Commitment
Members serve 1700 hours over eleven months.
Training Required
Attend a weeklong program orientation, followed by semi-monthly trainings on relevant topics. Members will also receive ongoing professional development at their service sites.
Literacy Tutor
Description
Tutor an adult student or group of adult students twice a week for two hours each session. Materials and support are provided. Tutoring sessions are conducted in a public place.
When
Mutually convenient time for students and tutor
Time Commitment
Four hours per week for at least six months.
Training Required
Attend a three-hour workshop on teaching adults, followed by a six-hour training on tutoring Adult Basic Education or English as a Second Language students.
Classroom Aide
Description
Assist a classroom teacher in helping students learn English or prepare for the high school equivalency exams.
When
Monday through Thursday. Classes meet in the morning, afternoon, or evening.
Time Commitment
2.5 hours per week.
Training Required
Attend a three-hour workshop on teaching adults, followed by a six-hour training on tutoring English as a Second Language or Adult Basic Education students.
Literacy Intern
Description
Tutor adult students in English as a Second Language or Adult Basic Education, assist with organizational tasks in an area office location, and lead an individual project in an area of your choosing such as technology, development, outreach, or communications.
When
Mutually convenient time for students and intern.
Time Commitment
Credit and non-credit internships are available. Hours dependent upon your program requirements, with a four hour per week minimum to be completed over a 3-6 month internship period.
Training Required
Attend a three-hour workshop on teaching adults, followed by a six-hour training on tutoring English as a Second Language or Adult Basic Education students.
Career Transitions Volunteer
Description
Work one-to-one with an adult student to complete online job applications, practice interview skills, research postsecondary education options, apply for college and financial aid, or discuss American workplace skills and culture.
When
Mutually convenient time for student and volunteer.
Time Commitment
Varies
Training
None. Materials and support provided by Literacy Pittsburgh.
Classroom Conversation Partners
Description
We welcome corporate or civic groups to help our English as a Second Language students practice their speaking and listening skills. A group of 5-10 volunteers is best. Sessions are scheduled periodically on a first come, first served basis throughout the year.
When
Ongoing
Time Commitment
Two hours on a weekday.
Training Required
Volunteers will receive background information and tips for success prior to the session. The instructor will discuss the class activity and answer questions prior to the session.
Fundraising Volunteer
Description
Literacy Pittsburgh’s programs are offered free of charge to students due to the generosity of local individuals, foundations and corporations. Please consider sharing your passion for literacy with friends, colleagues and family. As a fundraising volunteer, you could recruit your company as a Leaders for Literacy Luncheon sponsor, organize an event to benefit Literacy Pittsburgh, start a crowdfunding page, or serve on a committee. The possibilities are endless, and your creativity is welcomed!
When
Open.
Time Commitment
Varies.
Training Required
None. Materials and support provided by Literacy Pittsburgh.
Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring
Description
Volunteers age 50 and older work one-to-one with a child in K-4 in Pittsburgh Public, Wilkinsburg or Woodland Hills school districts to help build reading skills, self-esteem and a positive attitude toward learning.
When
30-45 minutes per week during school hours.
Time Commitment
September through June.
Training Required
Attend a twelve-hour training.
Compass AmeriCorps
Description
Compass AmeriCorps members strengthen area nonprofits by providing full-time social services support and English language instruction to newly resettled refugees, immigrants and international populations.
When
September through July.
Time Commitment
Members serve 1700 hours over eleven months.
Training Required
Attend a weeklong program orientation, followed by semi-monthly trainings on relevant topics. Members will also receive ongoing professional development at their service sites.
