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BECOME A LEARNER !

HOW DO I GET HELP FROM THE LITERACY COUNCIL OF SARASOTA (LCS)?

If you or someone you know would like to request a tutor, call LCS at 941-955-0421. Some basic information (name, address, phone number, etc.) will be taken at that time. An appointment will be scheduled as soon as possible.

During this appointment prospective students receive information about the Council and its programs. We also take this opportunity to identify the student's personal goals and to determine the student's eligibility by using assessment tools.

Students are matched as soon as a tutor is available with a compatible schedule and location. There is a one-time student registration fee of $10. The student receives the first instructional book at no cost.

 

BECOME A TUTOR !

HOW DO I BECOME A TUTOR?

 

1) Complete a volunteer/tutor application. 2) Attend the New Volunteer Orientation. or arrange to meet at the LCS office.

3) Attend a volunteer interview.

4) Attend three tutor training workshops.
 

Pre-registration is required along with a $25 registration fee covering tutor training, materials, and support. Tutor-student pairs generally meet at least once weekly and use materials provided by LCS.

 

Pairs meet in a library, community center, or other public place that is convenient to both of them. Flexible days and times available.



APPLY TODAY AND CHANGE A LIFE FOREVER!

BECOME A VOLUNTEER !

VOLUNTEERING - LCS NEEDS YOU!!

 

LCS relies on community volunteers to perform many of the activities related to programs and services including administration, operations and building the capacity of this organization. Volunteers have various opportunities to get involved and help further LCS’ mission. If you are interested in position(s) listed below, please let an LCS representative know of your interest.

 

Volunteers are needed:

 

  • Small Group Instruction: leads a small class that focuses on basic skills

  • Office Assistance: photocopying, collating, preparing orientation/workshop/Board packets, e-newsletter editing/preparing, updating database, etc.

  • Tutor Training: plans and helps with tutor training workshops

  • Special Event Volunteer: commits several hours to working on a specific project (outreach, signature events, community events, and more)

  • Board Member: attends monthly Board meetings, raises funds, attends and participates in events, represents organization, participates in planning, sets policy, helps chair/participate on committees

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GET INVOLVED

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