Volunteer Literacy Tutor for Adult Students
(Barrie Literacy Council, Barrie - Bradford St)
Opportunity Details: Volunteer Literacy Tutor for Adult Students
| Comments | Barrie Literacy Council Information Sessions and Tutor Training Workshops Are you interested in learning more about the Barrie Literacy Council?
At the Barrie Literacy Council, we value volunteerism as the heart of our organization. We believe that volunteers play a crucial role in delivering our services effectively. Our Information Sessions are designed to answer these questions and introduce you to the various volunteer opportunities available, including:
If you’re interested in becoming a tutor, training sessions will follow shortly after the Information Session. 2025 Information Session and Tutor Training Schedule Winter 2025
Spring 2025
Note: The short version of the training workshop allows you to begin working with a student sooner but requires completing additional modules later, either during the full version or through supplementary seminars for certification. In-Person Sessions are held at our office: We look forward to meeting you and sharing how you can make a difference in your community! |
| Contact | Susan DeCharette, Administrative Assistant, Barrie Literacy Council; Phone: 705-728-7323; Email: admin@barrieliteracy.ca |
| Duties | Volunteer tutors are needed to help adults to improve their reading, writing, math and digital skills. |
| Benefits | What can you expect to get in return? 1. Personal satisfaction in helping someone grow and helping another adult reach personal, educational or employment goals. 2. Broadened imagination for creative problem solving. 3. Involvement in community service. 4. Deepened understanding of values and lifestyles different from your own. 5. Networking opportunities with other volunteers. |
| Clients | Adults over the age of 18, who are not in school and who need help with reading, writing math skills and digital skills in everyday living, to reach their own goal of employment, apprenticeship, further education or greater independence and to improve confidence and self esteem. Average age is 44 |
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Areas of Interest | Education Support (Tutoring / Instruction) ; Life Skills Support ; Mentorship / Leadership ; Reading / Literacy |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Creativity ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work ; Writing & Editing ; Empathy and non-judgemental |
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; minimum of one year |
| Interaction Level | One-on-one |
| Minimum Hours | 2 / Week |
| Seasons | Year Round |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall |
| Location | 80 Bradford Street, Suite 244, Barrie, ON |
| Number of Positions | Barrie ; Innisfil 25 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation - Information Session - see Comments section ; Training is provided ; Training is required ; Scheduled training ; Training on-going ; Call for details. |
| Transportation | Near public transit |
| Cost | $15 for Tutor Training Workshop to hold spot, and cover cost of materials. |
| Police Check | Required |
| Additional Requirements | Vulnerable sector check |
| Community Sets | Barrie ; South Simcoe ; VC - Simcoe County ; VC - Simcoe, Muskoka, Parry Sound District, Bruce, Grey, Peterborough & Northumberland |
Agency Details: Barrie Literacy Council, Barrie - Bradford St
| Office Phone | Voice and Messages: 705-728-7323, Text Only: 705-817-3457 |
| general@barrieliteracy.ca | |
| Address & Map | 80 Bradford St, Unit 244 Barrie, ON Canada L4N 6S7 |