Give Back to Your Community
Reading Program tutors can give back to their community by helping an adult improve their reading and writing skills to achieve their lifelong goals.
What are the requirements to volunteer?
- Adults (age 18 and up)
- Be patient, adaptable, and dedicated
- Be able to read and write in English at a high school level
- Attend orientation and training
- Clear online background check (fees covered by SCCLD)
- Dedicate at least 2 hours a week to your learner for at least 6 months (choose your own schedule)
- Prepare learner-centered lessons (tutoring materials and resources will be provided)
How do I register?
To register for a tutor orientation, please submit this online form.
Tutor Orientation and Training Chart:
All Times are in Pacific Standard Time (PST)
LOCATION |
ORIENTATION |
TRAINING |
| North County | Wednesday, September 13, 2023 11:00AM-12:00PM OR 6:00-7:00PM |
Saturday, September 30, 2023 12:30-5:30PM |
| South County | Wednesday, September 20, 2023 10:00-11:00AM OR 6:00-7:00PM |
Saturday, October 14, 2023 12:30-5:30PM |
| South County | Wednesday, October 25, 2023 10:00-11:00AM OR 6:00-7:00PM |
Saturday, November 4, 2023 12:30-5:30PM |
| Virtual | Wednesday, November 8, 2023 10:00-11:00AM OR 1:00-2:00PM |
Part I: Tuesday, November 14, 2023 9:30AM-12:00PM Part II: Thursday, November 16, 2023 9:30AM-12:00PM |
| South County | Wednesday, January 17, 2024 10:00-11:00AM OR 6:00-7:00PM |
Saturday, January 27, 2024 12:30-5:30PM |
| North County | Wednesday, January 24, 2024 11:00AM-12:00PM OR 6:00-7:00PM |
Saturday, February 3, 2024 12:30-5:30PM |
| Virtual | Wednesday, March 20, 2024 10:00-11:00AM OR 1:00-2:00PM |
Part I: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 9:30AM-12:00PM Part II: Thursday, March 28, 2024 9:30AM-12:00PM |
| South County | Wednesday, April 17, 2024 10:00-11:00AM OR 6:00-7:00PM |
Saturday, April 27, 2024 12:30-5:30PM |
Important Notes:
- "North County" refers to anywhere in the Campbell, Cupertino, Los Altos, Milpitas, and Saratoga areas, whereas "South County" refers to the Gilroy and Morgan Hill areas.
- You will be able to sign up for the tutor training at the orientation.
- If you are unable to attend any of the orientations listed above, please contact us at readingprogram@sccl.org.
What other volunteer opportunities are available through the Library?
How do I register to be a tutor?
To register for a tutor orientation, please submit this online form.
Please see the Tutor Orientation and Training Chart to find a training that works for you!
If you have any questions about becoming a tutor, please contact us at readingprogram@sccl.org.
