volunteers needed, MyFreeTutor

Posted by on June 03, 2013

RSVP seeking math tutors

RSVP of Montgomery County is launching an innovative new program: MyFreeTutor.

Targeting middle and high school students, MyFreeTutor is a virtual math pilot program to be offered to ninth grade students in the Norristown School District in September, 2013.  The pilot will run through the first semester of the 2013-2014 school year with the plan to expand to the Greater Philadelphia area.   This virtual program will be hosted by a website enabling volunteer tutors to partner with students from any location that can be accessed via computer.

RSVP is actively seeking volunteers who will have the opportunity to provide assistance to students without having to leave their home or office. Online tutors will assist students in basic math and algebra skills and collaborate with classroom teachers to track their progress.  Based on test scores, students will be identified as needing additional help and support to participate in this program.

Volunteer tutors will be asked to commit to one hour per week during the school day for an online session lasting 45 minutes.  The remaining time will be used to document the student’s progress to be shared with the teacher.  Through the website, tutors and students will be able to chat, but there will be no personal visual interaction.   Volunteer instructors will be required to complete a proficiency test in basic algebra. Additional training and resources will be provided.

For more information about MyFreeTutor and to become a tutor or a corporate sponsor, please visit here

http://www.rsvpmc.org/

or call Harriet Klein at 610-834-1040, ext. 22, or email her at harrietk@rsvpmc.org