PARKDALE PROJECT READ
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​Volunteer Tutor Program

PPR supports people in achieving their learning goals by creating a place where they can explore new possibilities and become active in their communities. Our dedicated team of volunteer tutors provide one-to-one support to adult literacy learners, as they develop their reading, writing, basic math, and computer skills. Tutors and learners also work together to build confidence, self-awareness, and independence. 

We accept volunteer applications all year round. PPR offers a Virtual Tutor Training Program in partnership with other community-based programs located in West Toronto:
  • Alexandra Park Neighbourhood Learning Centre
  • Davenport Perth Neighbourhood & Community Health Centre
  • LAMP-CHC
  • West Neighbourhood House

The focus of the training is to:
  • Frame teaching and learning through an anti-oppression lens using a learner-centred approach to teaching
  • Provide framework and tools for building non judgement, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed Tutor- Learner Partnerships
  • Help identify some socio-political barriers to learning
  • Build your skills in self-awareness, empathy, active listening and sensitivity to inequality as well as power & privilege outside and inside classrooms
  • All training sessions are online

How to apply:
  1. Complete the Volunteer Tutor Application (download below)
  2. Submit your application info [at] parkdaleprojectread.org
  3. PPR will contact candidates selected for an interview
Volunteer Tutor application (Word)
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Volunteer Tutor application (PDF)
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Hours

M-Th: 10am - 9pm

Telephone

416-531-6308

Fax

416-531-5710

Email

info [at] parkdaleprojectread.org

Address

1209 King Street West, Unit 2 Toronto, Ontario M6K 1G2

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  • About
    • What We Do
    • Our Story
    • Our Team
  • Programs
    • Literacy and Basic Skills
    • Academic Upgrading Program
  • Events
  • Ways To Support
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer Board Members
    • Opportunities
    • Volunteer Tutor Program
  • Resources
  • Contact