Literacy Volunteers of Greater Bridgeport
A Program of the Friends of Bridgeport Public Library
Volunteering with LVBPT
Depending on your schedule and interests, you can volunteer as a weekly tutor
in either our Basic Literacy or ESOL programs. If you prefer a short term
project, we can put you to work as a mentor or office assistant.
Here are the application files:
Volunteer Application(.pdf)
Volunteer Application(.doc)
- Tutor
- Assist adult learners to improve their reading, writing and/or English speaking skills. You will be assigned a small group of students and will be provided background information on them, as well as appropriate primary learning materials at your students’ levels. The Literacy Coordinator will facilitate your first meeting and provide ongoing support as needed.
- Mentor
- Assignments vary from assisting in established groups to working with an adult learner on a specific goal, such as studying for citizenship, TOEFL, driver’s license or GED exam, resume writing, computer basics, etc. The Literacy Coordinator will provide ongoing support.
- Office Support/publicity/fundraising
- Make copies; prepare training materials; assist students in computer lab; design flyers for upcoming events; create quarterly newsletter; assist with fundraising events.
- Requirements
- All volunteers must complete the volunteer application form and provide at least two references. Tutors and mentors are required to be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and read, write and speak English. As a tutor or mentor you are required to volunteer at least two hours per week with your students.
- Upcoming Orientation and Tutor Training Dates
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Our next orientation/information sessions will be held on on: November 13th and December 11th, from 12-1PM in the Main Library (925 Broad St, Bridgeport) 3rd floor community room.
Download our orientation flyer here: Orientation Flyer November 2019.