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Volunteer High School Academic Tutor

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near New York, NY
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    20
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Community Development, Education, Entrepreneurship, Science & Technology
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Volunteer High School Academic Tutor

    Volunteer High School Academic Tutor

    Turn your knowledge into opportunity for Harlem students.

    Harlem Commonwealth Council (HCC) is seeking motivated volunteer tutors to support high school students in math, science, Regents preparation, and SAT preparation. Whether you help a student master a difficult equation, prepare for an important exam, or believe more deeply in their own potential, your support can help open doors to graduation, college, and future success.

    Program Year

    Fall 2026 - June 2027

    Schedule

    Saturdays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Students

    Grades 9-12

    Focus Areas

    Math, science, Regents prep, and SAT prep

    Location

    Harlem; exact location shared during onboarding

    Commitment

    Felxible

    How You Will Make an Impact

    • Provide one-on-one or small-group academic support
    • Tutor in math and/or science based on your subject strengths
    • Help students prepare for Regents exams and/or the SAT
    • Teach study strategies, test-taking skills, and effective problem-solving
    • Encourage persistence, confidence, and postsecondary goals

    Who We Are Looking For

    • College students, educators, professionals, graduate students, and qualified community members are encouraged to apply
    • Strong knowledge in at least one relevant subject or test-preparation area
    • Patient, encouraging, dependable, and able to explain concepts clearly
    • Previous tutoring, teaching, or youth-development experience is a plus

    Why Your Commitment Matters

    Students thrive when trusted adults show up consistently. To support strong relationships, steady academic progress, and program success, volunteers are asked to make a minimum eight-week commitment.

    Volunteer Benefits

    • Make a direct and meaningful difference in the life of a Harlem student
    • Gain experience in tutoring, mentoring, education, and youth development
    • Receive verified volunteer hours and a letter of recommendation upon request
    • Join a mission-driven community committed to educational opportunity

    Background Check Requirement

    To help keep our students safe, all volunteers must successfully complete required background checks before beginning service.

    Location

    On-site
    361 WEST 125TH STREET, New York, NY 10027, United States

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