Nonprofit
Published 9/23/25 10:49AM

Tutor Adult Learners in Downtown Newark, NJ

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Newark, NJ
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  • Details

    Start Date:
    September 24, 2025
    End Date:
    June 1, 2026
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    We request a 1-semester minimum commitment.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Education, Immigrants or Refugees, Job & Workplace, Poverty, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Tutor Adult Learners in Downtown Newark, NJ

    All The Way Up Adult Education Center is looking for volunteers to be apart of its team of tutors.

    Tutors teach in small group sessions to help students either prepare for their GED Exam, learn basic skills (Adult Basic Education) or learn English (English as a Second Language/ESL). ​

    • Be dependable and prompt
    • Be able to commit to 10-12 sessions per semester
    • Be able to relate well to a variety of people
    • Be willing to maintain the confidentiality of the lessons;
    • A college degree is encouraged, but not required (college students are encouraged to volunteer)
    • Display good listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills
    • Be flexible; Be friendly; Be patient; Be optimistic
    • Have a good sense of humor

    FRINGE BENEFITS:

    • Increased understanding and appreciation of different values, cultures, and lifestyles
    • Increased skill in creative problem solving
    • Sense of belonging to a group focused on a common goal
    • Sense of accomplishment

    Location

    On-site

    All The Way Up Adult Education Center

    89 Market St, Newark, NJ 07102, USA
    2nd Floor

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    We invite you to apply to be a tutor at All The Way Up by visiting our website and clicking "Join our team" on the top menu bar. You can call or write with further questions. We have classes Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 10-1.

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