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* Must be 19+

You will be contacted by an Education Coordinator who will meet with you to discuss for which program you would like to volunteer.

You will be asked to complete an online criminal record check at no cost to you.

If you are volunteering as a Tutor, you will be asked what level of literacy you would like to tutor (low, medium, high).

The learner lesson packages are developed for you. You do not need to have any previous tutoring experience.

Our volunteer opportunities

Adult Tutoring Program:

Our Adult Tutoring Program requires up to a six-month commitment of 1-2 hours per week of tutoring and preparation time. If you have holidays planned, we do our best to accommodate your schedule.

One To One Reading Program:

Our One to One Reading Program requires a commitment of once or twice a week for one hour. Volunteers go to the elementary school assigned to them, to meet the student(s) they are helping. The Reading Program runs from November to end of May, with breaks for the school holidays.

Digital Literacy for Seniors 65+

Our digital literacy supports seniors who are struggling to use digital devices or navigate online environments. This program lasts 6-8 weeks with one session per week.

Your qualifications, values and skills

Must be 19 years of age or older

Dependability and promptness

Fair and ethical behaviour. Tutors must treat everyone fairly, regardless of gender, ethnic background, colour, sexual orientation, religion, political belief, or economic status

Enthusiasm, patience, adaptability, open-mindedness, and a sense of humour

Willingness to tutor at the pace of your learner

Confidentiality (all information about your learner needs to be kept confidential)

What’s in it for you?

Make new friends and know you are making a huge difference in someone’s life

Learn about other cultures, countries and customs

Be directly involved in supporting new people in your community

Location

Our volunteer tutors usually meet their learner at Project Literacy’s Learning Centre, 107-2293 Leckie Rd. However, it is also possible to meet in public places such as the library, cafés or community spaces or online. Homes are not an option.

Our community will be richer because of your generous sharing of your time and talent.