Tutoring & Chaperones

Tutoring in the library
  • Our tutoring program supplements classroom education. Tutors are able to work in-person and in comes cases, virtually.  Tutors provide students in Grades K-5 with opportunities to build literacy and math skills. Tutors offer assistance, support, and positive feedback on student progress. Children gain self-confidence, make relationships with caring adults, and practice key skills.

    Invest in a child’s tomorrow.

             Become a volunteer tutor today.

    Requirements:

    Volunteer tutors enjoy spending time with children, have math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division), and literacy skills (reading and writing). You do not need to have previous tutoring experience!

    Duties:

    • Arrive five minutes early to prepare for the day’s tutoring session
    • Spend one or more hours working one-on-one or in small groups with students (K-5) in need of academic support in reading or math
    • Maintain accurate records of each tutoring session
    • Embrace diverse children and collaborate with teachers
    • Be a coach and positive role model for Horace Mann students

    Training Provided:

    Orientation and tutor training (usually 1-2 hours total) will be provided before volunteer work begins. Additional training opportunities will be provided throughout the year.

    Time Commitment:

    Begins at one hour per week for a full school year, but is only limited by the tutor's schedule.

    Benefits:

    • Make a difference in your community
    • Make a connection with a great child and other caring adults
    • Improve your communication skills
    • Build your resume

    Apply Now!

    Please complete and print the Tutor Application Form and return to Horace Mann School.

  • You Can Help.

    One Hour A Week.

    A World of Difference.

Chaperones

  • We welcome families to volunteer (see info to the left) and to chaperone school events and field trips. The school will pay for one chaperone per family ($12). If a family would like to add more chaperones, please complete the Background Check (below) and send it to Adam De Leeuw, submit payment here, and complete the Chaperone Acknowledgement Form for each trip and give it to the teacher. You can also direct questions to adam.deleeuw@spps.org

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