A cost donated monthly ad is placed in for 3 consecutive days in our local paper. PSAs and the Community Channel on the local cable channel are also used. Tutors and members of the New Reader Support Group often find themselves speaking on the rewards of tutoring or on the benefits of participating in our program and have frequently referred potential tutors to us. All tutors must complete an application with an attached copy of their criminal record. Great care and time are taken by the Director Of Volunteer Services in matching and training tutors.
Consideration is given to compatible personalities, schedules, location, needs, and abilities.
Every effort has been made to provide all tutors with available written resources for customized education. Tutor training encompasses specific areas of speech development and scripted technique. Didactic presentation of materials is directly followed by experiential sessions with active participation of tutors. GLC uses both a trainer manual for all training with a trainer and student syllabus.