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)
Tutor Orientation and Training Chart
All Times are in Pacific Standard Time (PST)
2024
LOCATION |
ORIENTATION |
TRAINING |
| Virtual
Zoom meeting link will be provided after registration is complete. |
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 10:00-11:00AM OR 1:00-2:00PM |
PART ONE: Tuesday, August 13, 2024 9:30-12:00PMPART TWO: Thursday, August 15, 2024 9:30-12:00PM Must attend both Parts One and Two. |
| Gilroy Library Reading Program Office350 W. Sixth Street Gilroy, CA 95020 |
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 10:00-11:00AM OR 6:00-7:00PM |
Saturday, August 24, 2024 12:30-5:30PM |
| Los Altos Library Orchard Room13 S. San Antonio Road Los Altos, CA 94022 |
Monday, August 19, 2024 1:00-2:00PM OR 6:00-7:00PM |
Saturday, September 14, 2024 12:30-5:30PM |
| Gilroy Library Reading Program Office350 W. Sixth Street Gilroy, CA 95020 |
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 10:00-11:00AM OR 6:00-7:00PM |
Saturday, October 26, 2024 12:30-5:30PM |
2025
LOCATION |
ORIENTATION |
TRAINING |
| Virtual
Zoom meeting link will be provided after registration is complete. |
Wednesday, January 8, 2025 1:00-2:00PM OR 6:00-7:00PM |
PART ONE: Tuesday, January 14, 2025 5:30-8:00PMPART TWO: Thursday, January 16, 2025 5:30-8:00PM Must attend both Parts One and Two. |
| Gilroy Library Reading Program Office350 W. Sixth Street Gilroy, CA 95020 |
Wednesday, January 15, 2025 10:00-11:00AM OR 6:00-7:00PM |
Saturday, February 1, 2025 12:30-5:30PM |
| Milpitas Library Auditorium160 North Main Street Milpitas, CA 95035 |
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 1:00-2:00PM OR 6:00-7:00PM |
Saturday, March 29, 2025 12:30-5:30PM |
| Gilroy Library Reading Program Office350 W. Sixth Street Gilroy, CA 95020 |
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 10:00-11:00AM OR 6:00-7:00PM |
Saturday, April 26, 2025 12:30-5:30PM |
Important Notes:
- 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, opens a new window.
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.
Testimonials
Find out what others have to say about the reading program.
