Volunteer!!

• Are you interested in helping others acquire new skills and achieve goals they hadn’t thought possible?
• Are you interested in enabling people to solve the problems of daily living and to be more confident in themselves?
• Are you interested in other cultures?
• Are you interested in assisting with special events?
• Are you interested in assisting with office task, such as typing, fining, etc.?
• Are you interesting in assisting with publicity of und raising, or recruitment?

If your answer is “YES”, then consider becoming a volunteer for the Clay County Literacy Coalition.

How to Volunteer

• You can help teach an Adult to read, write or speak more fluently (tutor training provided by the Coalition).
• Support early literacy; read to children, listen to them read.
• Assist the Coalition; clerical, public speaking, fundraising, recruitment, donations, etc..
• Refer students ; advocate for literacy.

To volunteer or for more information, call (904) 272-5988

Volunteer FAQ

The following are the most frequently asked questions about becoming a tutor:

1. Whom will I tutor?

You and the Clay County Literacy Coalition Tutor-Coordinator will determine the selection of your student. Your selection will be based on your interest, the needs of the coalition and the availability of the students.

2. Do I need to speak a language other than English to tutor a non-native student?

No. All textbooks and materials are in English. Remember that the students want to learn English, not improve their native language skills.

4. How much training is needed and how much will it cost?

A free 4 ½ hour training workshop is provide by Clay County Literacy Coalition. Additional training and skill development is provided, at no cost to you, throughout the year.

5. Where will I get the training and teaching materials?

Information regarding the regularly scheduled workshops is available by clicking on the Calendar of Events, contacting the Clay County Literacy Office at 904-272-5988 or by e-mail at clayliteracy@aol.com.

6. How much time will tutoring take per week?

Since many students who want help with Reading, Writing or Conversing have a low skill level, it is suggested that a new tutor be able to meet a student at least once a week for 90 minutes per session; however twice a week for 90 minutes is preferred. Maintaining this time commitment is important in helping a student acquire his/her skills as quickly as possible.

7. How soon will I meet my student?

Whenever your schedule will permit. Tutors advise the Tutor-Coordinator as to their availability and then are matched with a student with a similar availability.

8. Where will I meet my student?

Most students and tutors meet in public facilities such as libraries, community centers, schools, churches and business places.

9. What age range are the students?

All students are at least 18 years of age.

10. I am in and out of town sometimes. Will this be a problem?

No. Normal periodic absences of a week or two are not a problem. However, if you intend to be away a longer period of time, your student may need to have another tutor.

11. How do I get started?

By stopping by the Clay County Literacy office at the Orange Park High School, 2306 Kingsley Ave. Wing A, Adult Education, Orange Park, FL 32078, by phoning 904-272-5988 or by e-mail at clayliteracy@aol.com.

 

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Volunteers: Download the Volunteer Hours Monthly Report (pdf) HERE