VIRTUAL VOLUNTEERING 

FAQ

 Is this a paid position?

No. This is a volunteer position.

What is the minimum age requirement to tutor virtually?

Tutors can begin online tutoring in 9^th grade. UNFORTUNATELY, WE CAN NOT OFFER EXCEPTIONS!

Can I get community service hours for the time I spend tutoring and preparing for the sessions?

Absolutely. All sessions are recorded and automatically sent to the school contact you provide.

What do I need to do to apply?

In addition to basic information, we need a copy of your school I.D., a headshot and verification that you are in good standing from someone at your school. If you are under 16 years old, we will also ask for parent’s approval once you are matched with your student. 

The application includes questions about why you are interested in virtual volunteering.  We take these answers seriously and require thoughtful answers. 

We have a long list of interested volunteers and it takes us about a week to get back to you. 

What kind of time commitment are you asking for from tutors?

One hour per week, throughout the school year.  AT THIS POINT WE ARE NO LONGER ALLOWING STUDENTS TO TUTOR MORE THAN ONE CHILD.

 THIS REQUIRES A FIRM 1-YEAR COMMITMENT AND WE ASK THAT ALL VOLUNTEERS AGREE TO THIS UPFRONT.

What are Partner Organizations?

Because we are a new company, we are still growing our pool of students in need of tutoring. Therefore, we have partner organizations that may have students that better fit your needs. If so, we will be connecting you with them once you have been approved. Before your first session, you will schedule a training session. 

Are teaching resources available for tutors?

We do not have a set curriculum because every student has a unique set of needs. We rely heavily on our tutors to discuss with students what they need help with and start from there. Most often, you will be helping students complete their homework from school. We also provide training if necessary through our Director of Volunteer Training and Coordination and also have some free recourses and tips for our tutors. Finally, we use SLACK which provides a great chatroom for our tutors to help each other.