Purpose of Position: Tutors adults in basic reading and writing, English as a second language and/or GED preparation to enable them to meet personal goals.

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Commitment to the mission of the Library and its Literacy Program.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Successful completion of Basic Literacy Tutor Workshop and/or English as a Second Language Tutor Workshop.

• Acceptable hearing (with or without correction).

• Prepares and presents individualized lessons to the adult learner.
• Reviews work done independently by the adult learner.
• Maintains records of the adult learner’s progress.
• Provides encouragement and support to the adult learner.
• Reports progress and developments to the Literacy Coordinator on a regular basis.
• Gives Literacy Coordinator and adult learner sufficient notice if unable to keep arranged meeting time.
• Notifies Literacy Coordinator of problems or suggestions for improvement.

• Orientation to the Library and its Literacy Program.
• Basic Literacy Tutor Workshop and/or English as a Second Language Tutor Workshop
• In service workshops, as available.

Responsible to: Literacy Coordinator

Time Commitment: Minimum of 2 hours per week

Length of Commitment: Minimum of 1 year

• Failure to carry out assigned responsibilities.
• Breach of confidentiality.
• Unacceptable behavior toward literacy students or tutors, Library users or Library staff.

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