Library Volunteer- Adult Literacy Tutor

Muskingum County Library System; London Borough of Waltham Forest; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community library system in London Borough of Waltham Forest is seeking Adult Literacy Tutors to assist adult learners in a supportive environment. Tutors will engage in various tasks under the supervision of an Adult Literacy Specialist. Key requirements include a high school diploma and the ability to maintain a positive attitude. This role requires a commitment of at least four hours per month for six months, providing a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the community's education.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid State of Ohio driver's license.
• Ability to relate well with adults of varying economic and social backgrounds.
• Exhibit creativity to prepare informative and engaging lessons.

Responsibilities

• Perform various tasks related to tutoring Adult Learners.
• Prepare meaningful, concise, and accurate reports.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with library patrons and fellow tutors.

Skills

Calm under stress

Patience

Positive attitude

Education

High School diploma

Job description

The Muskingum County Library is seeking Adult Literacy Tutors

Closing Date: Ongoing

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision, Adult Literacy Tutors will report to the Adult Literacy Specialist and perform various tasks related to tutoring Adult Learners.

Necessary Qualifications

• High School diploma
• valid State of Ohio driver's license
• ability to remain calm under stressful conditions
• patience
• positive attitude

Preferred Qualifications

Educational background

Time Commitment

Minimum of four hours per month, for six months

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Physically load and unload materials for transportation to and from meeting locations
• Relate well with the general public and exhibit a broad reading background
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Prepare meaningful, concise, and accurate reports
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with library patrons and fellow tutors
• Exhibit creativity to prepare informative and engaging lessons
• Maintain confidentiality of confidential and sensitive subject matter
• Ability to relate well with adults of varying economic and social backgrounds