Read with academically struggling students in grades 1–5 during students’ lunch and recess. Commitments start at one 50-minute session/week.

Volunteer to support academically struggling students in grades 1–5 during the day. Tutors provide elementary school children with consistent individualized literacy and math support. Commitments start at one 50-minute session/week.

Under the guidance of PS 163 teachers, support English Language Learners ages 5–10 as they develop English proficiency, social-emotional skills, and academic skills after school. Commitments start at one 90-minute session/week.

Holistically support students in a longstanding community after-school program serving elementary schoolers. After one hour of academic intervention and homework help, volunteers support West Side Commons staff in implementing whole- and small-group literacy, play, fitness, and art activities. Commitments start at one 150-minute session per week.

*Please note that West Side Commons is a Department of Health site that requires additional screening measures. These include a completed OC2-step Tuberculin skin test, additional fingerprinting, 3 required trainings (Sexual Harassment, Mandated Reporter, and Foundations in Health & Safety), and a resume. All materials must be completed and received by West Side Commons staff before your first day.

Tutoring is a yearlong commitment. Tutoring sessions begin in October and run through May. Volunteers are required to adhere to a consistent tutoring schedule, with no more than two unexcused tutor absences in an academic year. This ensures that students get the support and consistency they need to succeed.