Face-to-Face Tutoring
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Literacy is the foundation of a child's education. Read with a child for just one hour a week and open his or her eyes to a whole new world. No experience is necessary, just a desire to help a student learn to read!List of Participating Schools
Associated Talmud Torah Schools
Joan Dachs Bais Yaakov School
3200 W. Peterson, Chicago 60659 (Yahoo Map)
Yeshivas Shearis Isroel
2620 W. Touhy Ave., Chicago 60645 (Yahoo Map)Chicago Heights - School District 170
Greenbriar School
101 W. Greenbriar, Chicago Hts. 60411 (Yahoo Map)Chicago Public Schools
Stephen F. Gale Community Academy
1631 W. Jonquil, Chicago 60626 (Yahoo Map)George Manierre School
1420 N. Hudson, Chicago 60610 (Yahoo Map)Evanston/Skokie – School District 65
Oakton Elementary School
436 Ridge, Evanston 60202 (Yahoo Map)Washington Elementary School
914 Ashland Ave, Evanston 60202 (Yahoo Map)Bessie Rhodes Magnet School
3701 W. Davis St. Skokie 60076 (Yahoo Map)Solomon Schechter Day Schools
Sager Solomon Schechter Day School
3210 W. Dundee, Northbrook, 60062 (Yahoo Map)Skokie Solomon Schechter Day School
9301 Gross Point, Skokie 60076 (Yahoo Map)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time commitment for this project?
Tutoring takes place during regular school hours for a minimum of one hour per week. For the benefit of the students, TOV requests that all volunteers commit to tutoring for the full school year.
Can I participate if I have never tutored before?
Yes, absolutely! No experience is necessary—just a desire to help students learn to read! We will help you with the rest through training and the advice of experienced teachers.
Do I have to participate in orientation to participate in the program?
Yes. During orientation we review some of the specifics of our tutoring program and our expectations of the tutors. Orientation will also include tips and advice on tutoring and working with children.
Do I have to provide my own transportation to and from the school?
You must provide your own transportation to and from the school. However, TOV works with schools in a variety of different areas and neighborhoods and tries to accommodate volunteer preferences in order to cut down on travel time.
Where do I call if I won’t be able to tutor one week?
We know that as a tutor you will try your best to visit with your student each week. That consistency is very important. However, we also know that sometimes you just can’t get there. Ideally, if you know in advance, you should let your student’s teacher know. If that is not possible, please call your school.
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