So you wanna help?

Stay up to date!

We will email you with reminders and any necessary information!

 

The “what”

  • Tutor students in 3rd-6th grade from under resourced schools

  • Connect on Zoom and help them with Math and English in a 1-on-1, online setting

  • Volunteer a minimum of two hours a week for at least 10 weeks

  • Pick when you want to tutor and the subjects you want to tutor

  • No need for prior experience (though appreciated), we will have an online training course and resources available

The “why”

  • You can make an impact on a child’s entire educational and life trajectory!

    • Children who fall behind in their education often never catch up

    • Children with college-educated mentors are far more likely to go to college themselves

  • You can get volunteer hours, leadership experience, and the opportunity to network with other tutors

  • You will gain new perspectives and experience personal growth

    • Teaching children will develop your leadership, communication, and management skills

    • You will foster relationships with a community that you may not have previously had the privilege of getting to know

  • You can spare a couple hours a week to help others and pass on what you have learned

    • If you have just two hours free each week, you have enough time to tutor with us!

+ What are the responsibilities?

  • Conduct lessons online (at least two sessions a week, 45 minutes each)
  • Manage scheduling with the student's family
  • Commit to a semester/grading period
  • Provide feedback to Step Up Tutoring, parents, and teachers
  • Monitor students’ academic progress and engagement

+ What are the tutor requirements?

  • Bachelors Degree (or in progress)
  • 16 years or older
  • Proficient on Zoom, Google Suite, and general computer navigation
  • Organized, energetic, and committed
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Solid internet access
  • Fingerprinting background check
  • Enjoy working with kids!

+ What will I have to do before starting?

  • Fill out the application (...and get accepted)
    • Note: you will be asked to submit a 30 second video submission
  • Get a Livescan at the nearest station or notary
  • Complete our training workbook (will take a 2-3 hours)
  • Attend an hour long, live session (online) with one of our coaches

+ Where can I volunteer from?

  • As long as you live in the United States, you are eligible to tutor (all training and tutoring sessions will be done online)

+ Will I get paid?

  • This is a volunteer opportunity, so tutors will only be paid in gratification and experience :)
  • That said, we do offer a referral program that pays to recruit other tutors— $150 dollars for every 6 tutors you successfully recruit

+ Why should I sign up now...during a pandemic?

  • COVID-19 has had a CATASTROPHIC impact on the education of students from low-income backgrounds
    • 40% received no instruction in the Spring
    • More than 75% are not meeting basic requirements for Math and English
    • The schools our students attend will remain remote for the foreseeable future
    • If you want more stats on the effects of COVID-19 on children's education, read this article
  • You may have a bit more free time
  • You don't need to leave the house and risk exposing yourself
  • You will have a chance to socialize and meet kids, parents, and other tutors

+ How will I actually make a difference in their lives?

  • Students are not getting the socialization needed for a healthy and successful life...You may be the only person outside of their family they talk to
  • Studies show that good habits and good grades in elementary school have lasting effects in life outcomes
    • Elementary and Middle School students with straight-A's grew up to earn an average of nearly $11,000 more per year
    • Student who consistently turned in work in elementary school were twice as likely to get a post-graduate degree
    • Students with academic mentors were twice as likely to attend college
  • Data shows that 1-on-1 tutoring (for two one-hour sessions a week) can have a substantial impact on students’ learning and confidence

+ How will I personally benefit from this program?

  • You will get a seat at the table during a monumental turning point in education
  • You will strengthen your leadership skills
  • You will gain a network of bright, interesting community leaders
  • You will be given the chance to give back and improve a child's life