FAQ

We have volunteers from all walks of life and all educational levels. School staff provide activities and materials for tutors to use in the tutoring session. Schools of Hope provides training and resources on the basic skills you need to be comfortable and effective as a tutor.

We all have times when illness, vacations or job responsibilities will force us to miss a tutoring session or two. We ask that volunteers notify the teacher and Tutor Coordinator as soon as possible so the student can be informed and will not be surprised by your absence.

Yes. Please discuss your schedule with the Schools of Hope Tutor Coordinator as soon as possible. They will make other arrangements for the student in your extended absence.

Schools have limited space but try to provide the best possible setting for the tutor and student. Some tutors are able to meet with their student in the library. Other common settings include the hallway outside the classroom, or at the back of the classroom.

We require no further involvement outside of the tutoring time. We highly encourage tutors to take advantage of the school district’s tutor training workshops offered twice during the year.

Schools of Hope is a school-based program and does not allow volunteers to work with students outside of the structured school setting. Any contact outside of school with the student or family is prohibited.

Volunteers should not bring gifts or food treats for individual students. With teacher approval, tutors may bring snacks for the entire classroom (for the teacher to distribute when appropriate) or they may make a donation of books or supplies for the classroom.