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Qualifications

Tutors must be 18 years of age or older, speak English well, read and write English at a 12th grade level, and have a high school diploma or GED. Desirable qualities include patience, flexibility, cultural sensitivity, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor.

Responsibilities

Tutors must attend 14 hours of pre-service training, submit required status reports, maintain appropriate behavior with their learner, and meet the time commitment of two hours per week for a minimum of six months.

Professional development and support for tutors is available through tutor support meetings, in-service workshops, and individual consultation with staff. All instructional materials are provided free of charge.

To learn more about the program or to register for the next tutor training, please call the PAR office at (408) 808-2361 or send email to par.sjpl@sjlibrary.org.