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Published 10/15/25 8:49AM

Reading & writing tutor

KALAMAZOO LITERACY COUNCIL
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Kalamazoo, MI
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    2 hrs per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    15
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education, Immigrants or Refugees
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    We ask volunteers to complete 12-hrs of tutor training and commit to one year of volunteer service.

    Description

    Reading & writing tutor

    Passionate about literacy? Want to help an adult gain the skills they need to reach their goals? The Kalamazoo Literacy Council has an immediate need for one-on-one reading tutors. You may choose your schedule, and whether you'd prefer to work with native English speakers or English Language Learners. No experience is needed; we provide free training, materials, and ongoing support. Tutor trainings are held in January, March, May, September, and November. For details on our volunteer opportunities and to sign up for tutor training, please visit www.kalamazooliteracy.org/volunteer/tutor.

    Volunteering with the KLC is a fun and easy way to help change the lives of adults in Kalamazoo County! Contact us today.

    Private Group Details:

    • Group Size Range: 1 - 50+
    • Event can be held at a volunteer group location (e.g. office, park)
    • Event can be held at organization location(s)
    • No Donation

    Watch our video to learn more: Adult Learner Success Story

    Location

    On-site
    Kalamazoo, Michigan, US

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