Help US Grow (H.U.G.) Tutor - Volunteer

H.U.G. is a reading intervention program that works to improve the 3rd-grade reading comprehension levels. Our tutors work one-on-one with a child to take them on a journey through our H.U.G. program, empowering them to become readers. Our proven program gives our tutors the tools to BE THE DIFFERENCE in a child's reading ability and also their life. You will meet with your student over the course of three months each semester. 

Requirements: 

• Ability to read at a 4th-grade level or above
• Be at least 17 years old
• Have the desire to learn technology for the H.U.G. process
• Be proficient on Zoom (training and support provided)
• Complete background check and abide by the H.U.G. code of ethics
• Attend approximately 2 to 4 hours of tutor training that covers trauma-informed care, technology training, and H.U.G. fidelity training
• H.U.G. tutor schedule:
  • At least one hour per week 
  • Fall: September to December
  • Spring: January to March
• Must have a computer with a camera
• This is a Volunteer Position