Orientation & Training Schedule
Schedule
1st Quarter 2008 Orientation & Training Schedule - pdf file
2nd Quarter 2008 Orientation & Training Schedule - pdf file
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To register for a volunteer orientation or training, please call 317-275-4040.
Orientations and trainings are held at the Library Services Center 2450 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208 (Corner of 24th and Meridian Street).
There is ample, well lighted parking and a security guard on duty.
START HERE: Watch our informational video on YouTube!
THEN, SIGN UP FOR A Volunteer Orientation:
All interested volunteers are asked to attend an orientation session that provides an overview of literacy issues, the mission and work of Indy Reads, and the available volunteer opportunities. There is no cost. Please note that attending an orientation is a prerequisite to register for training and to volunteer for Indy Reads. Email our office at office@indyreads.org or call 317-275-4040.
Upcoming Orientations
Thursday, April 3: 6-8pm
Saturday, April 5: 10am-Noon
Monday, April 28: 11am-1pm
Thursday, May 1: 6-8pm
Saturday, May 3: 10am-Noon
Thursday, June 5: 6-8pm
Saturday, June 7: 10am-Noon
Monday, June 30: 6-8pm
Literacy Tutor Training
Volunteers who would like to be Literacy Tutors are required to attend 15 hours of training. Training will provide an overview of tutoring methods and techniques, lesson planning, student goal setting and resources available. Training is $20. This covers the cost of the textbook and supplemental materials. A minimum of 6 participants must be registered for training to be held.
English as a Second Language Training
Volunteers who would like to be English-as-a Second Language (ESL) Tutors are required to attend 15 hours of training. Training consists of an overview of ESL tutoring methods and techniques, cultural awareness, lesson planning, student goal setting, and resources used. Training is $20. This covers the cost of the textbook and supplemental materials. A minimum of 6 participants must be registered for training to be held.
Student Interviewer Training
Volunteers who would like to be Student Interviewers are required to attend 6 hours of training. Literacy or ESL tutor training is optional and not a prerequisite to volunteer as an Interviewer. Training will consist of learning how to administer the student assessment tools, interviewing techniques, and the process for orientating a new student. Training is $10. This covers the cost of the training materials.
Computer Lab Consultant Training
Training for volunteers interested in being Computer Lab Consultants is on an as-needed basis. Volunteers should be comfortable with using computers. For more information, contact Indy Reads at 317-275-4040.