HELP STUDENTS READ TO SUCCEED

In some areas of Passaic County, only 14% of 3rd Graders tested as proficient in language arts.

Children struggling to read in the earliest years of school typically continue to struggle as they progress through school. Literacy support and tutoring early on will change their educational trajectory.

As a child grows, reading becomes increasingly important for understanding the world, achieving academic excellence and succeeding in the workforce or college. The foundation for reading reaches a critical juncture between kindergarten and third grade. That’s when children begin to acquire the skills that enable them to find meaning in written text.

CHANGING THE STORY

United Way of Passaic County in partnership with the Paterson Public Schools and Clifton Public Schools is providing a one-on-one/ small group in school tutoring program for struggling kindergarten through third graders.

BECOME A READING BUDDY!

Reading Buddies, our volunteer literacy tutors, are needed for one-on-one tutoring sessions, Volunteers will receive an orientation training, and support from UWPC staff and teachers. Anyone with passion and commitment can help a young person achieve greater academic success. Spanish speaking a plus!

DETAILS

• October  – June; January- June
• Monday - Friday, during school hours (9am-2pm)
• 45 minute sessions
• The program follows town school holiday calendar
• Volunteers will be subject to school district rules for background check and fingerprinting
• Program is located at schools in Paterson + Clifton

For more information and/or to become a volunteer tutor please contact Bethsaida Olds at bethsaida@unitedwaypassaic.org or fill out this FORM.