Who can be a volunteer?
Volunteers come from a variety of backgrounds. The only requirement
is the ability to read and write and a willingness to share their
skills with someone requesting help. Volunteers must be 16 years
or older.
How do I become
a volunteer?
The first step is to contact our office at (650) 330-2526
to find out when our next tutor training program will be held.
All Project Read volunteer tutors must complete our initial tutor
training program. Our tutor training is spread out over three
sessions totalling approximately 12 hours. Sessions are normally
offered during the evenings and on weekends. Each tutor also needs
to fill out a data sheet that includes basic information such
as telephone number, hours available, etc.
I have never
tutored anyone before. What kinds of support do you offer someone
like me?
Besides the tutor training, we have an extensive library of literacy
books, videos and audio tapes, and software programs. Professional
staff are available for help and advice. Monthly brown bag support
sessions, regular literacy training sessions and computer literacy
training for all of our tutors and learners are available on an
ongoing basis.
How do I get
a student (learner) once I complete the training?
Our Tutor/Student Coordinator will match you with a learner based
on a number of factors, including times available to tutor, personal
interests, backgrounds and locations or transportation issues
How often
do I need to meet with my learner?
We ask that you meet with your learner two times a week for at
least 1 1/2 hours each session.
How long am
I obligated to volunteer for Project Read?
We ask that you plan to spend at least six months as a tutor.
When is the Project Read Office open?
The Project Read office is located inside the Menlo park library.
The office is open from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
These are the normal times when we are open; however, there is
usually somebody in the office four evenings a week. Please call
us if you need to make an appointment during the evening hours.
You can always leave a message on our answering machine.
