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Volunteer

Tutors are invited to participate in one of our three programs, SMART, LIT, or E-tutoring. To learn more about the full Tutoring Chicago experience, please visit our volunteer program page.

GO TO VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS

Volunteer Process

Volunteers are thoughtfully matched with an economically disadvantaged student in 1st - 6th grade. You and your student will meet on a weekly basis for 90 minutes each week throughout the school year. Please complete the steps below to become a volunteer tutor.

**Volunteers are most needed at our Hyde Park and Near West Side locations.**

**At this time, volunteers interested in our Lincoln Park location are urged to tutor at one of our other locations if possible**

New to Tutoring Chicago?

1.

COMPLETE
YOUR APPLICATION

2.

ATTEND
AN ORIENTATION

3.

COMPLETE
BACKGROUND CHECK

Submit Your Application

Are you a returning tutor?

(Returning volunteers are not required to attend an orientation.)

Welcome back!

98%

of tutors would recommend Tutoring Chicago to a friend.

95%

OF TUTORS REPORT A STRONG OR POSITIVE RELATIONSHIP WITH THEIR STUDENT.

93%

of 5th and 6th graders would recommend Tutoring Chicago to a friend.

One-Time Volunteer Opportunities Available

Please contact EL Da'Sheon Nix for more information about one-time volunteer opportunities, including student events, holiday parties, and skill-based volunteer projects.