Volunteer with Community Education
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with IU13 Community Education! Tutors make it possible for students to achieve their goals in the areas of GED/HSE (High School Equivalency) or ESL (English as a Second Language). As a volunteer tutor, you have the opportunity to work one-on-one or with a small group of students to provide individualized instruction in a focused subject area.
Volunteers are needed in Lancaster County (1020 New Holland Ave.) and Lebanon County (611 Chestnut St.). Limited virtual opportunities are available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Volunteer tutors work with one student or a small group of students in a focused subject area. They help students reach their goals in the areas of GED/HSE (High School Equivalency) or ESL (English as a Second Language).
To match adult learners with volunteers who provide individualized instruction, ultimately leading to the student improving their English Language skills, earning their High School Diploma, or both!
Volunteers may work with one student or a group of up to 5 students.
Volunteers tutor students in one of the following areas:
- GED/HSE (High School Equivalency) – Math
- GED/HSE (High School Equivalency) – Language Arts
- GED/HSE (High School Equivalency) – Science
- GED/HSE (High School Equivalency) – Social Studies
- ESL (English as a Second Language)
No! Tutors must have a high school diploma or its equivalent and the knowledge to effectively work with and support students.
Tutors will participate in initial tutor training, which includes a series of online training modules completed at your own pace. Orientation, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities are provided by IU13 Center for Community Education.
Tutors are asked to commit to their student(s) for 3 hours per week for a minimum of 15 weeks. Schedules are based on volunteer and student availability.
No! All instructional materials and other resources are provided free to the student and tutor.
Use this form to request additional information: Volunteer Tutor Information Request Form
Ready to apply to volunteer?
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