Become an Adult Literacy & ESL Volunteer
Partner with an adult to build reading, writing, speaking, and technology skills by becoming a volunteer tutor. You’ll work with adults to meet their goals. You can volunteer as a one-on-one literacy tutor, an ESL tutor, small class instructor, computer lab instructor, or book organizer.
How to Sign Up
If you are interested in tutoring or volunteering, please email one of our Literacy Program Specialists:
- Danae Stahlnecker: Danae.Stahlnecker@sjlibrary.org
- Kristen Vehling: Kristen.Vehling@sjlibrary.org
Benefits You'll Receive
- Gain professional development and training that can be applied in multiple job fields.
- Meet great people from different cultures and places.
- Develop a passion for lifelong learning and teaching others.
- Have a positive impact on your community.
Become a Volunteer Tutor
Tutor Requirements
- Be 18 years or over.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Have an email address.
- Commit to three hours a week, for six months or more.
Small Class Instructor Requirements
- Be 18 years or over.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Have an email address.
- Commit to two hours a week, for two months or more.
- Must lead class on Zoom.
Skills Needed
- Ability to speak, read, and write English well
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Comfortable with email and basic computer skills
- Ability to complete tutor reports
- Willingness to learn new skills and partner with learners to design lessons
- Flexibility, patience, and a sense of humor
Next Steps
- If you are interested in tutoring or volunteering, please email one of our Literacy Program Specialists:
- Danae Stahlnecker: Danae.Stahlnecker@sjlibrary.org
- Kristen Vehling: Kristen.Vehling@sjlibrary.org
- Attend an orientation.
- Attend a training.
- Pass a fingerprint clearance.
If you have any other questions, please email our Literacy Program Specialists.