Volunteer Opportunities- YCLC credits its success to our volunteers.  Without their dedication and assistance, YCLC would not be able to help York County residents improve their literacy skills.  In 2008/2009, 319 volunteers provided 12,760 hours of service to YCLC programs.

 "Volunteers are not paid, not because they are worthless.....

But because they are Priceless."

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Many volunteer opportunities are available:
Weekly                              Monthly                       Occassionally

Weekly Commitments:

Literacy Tutor -     After completing an 15-hour certification course, tutors are matched with a student to meet weekly for 60-90 minute sessions.  Tutors assist Adult Reading and English as a Second Language students to improve their basic literacy skills by preparing lessons, giving homework, and encouraging their student through the learning process.  Requirements are:  High school diploma or equivalent; sensitivity, patience, and reliability; and completion of a preliminary interview and certification course.  Tutors select Adult Reading Student or English as a Second Language Student.  They also select their tutoring times, location and reading level of their student.   Next Trainings: Please call for trainings-  REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

2010 Tutor Training Schedule `

March Session  Location- United Way Community Room, 800 E. King St., York, Pa.  17402
Time 9:00 AM– 5:00 PM

Class Dates: Saturday, March 6 

Saturday March 13

April Session - Location -United Way Community Room, 800 East King St., York, Pa.  17402

Time 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Training Dates:

Monday, April 5

Wednesday, April 7

Monday, April 12

Wednesday, April 14

Monday, April 19

May  Session  Location Guthrie Memorial Library, 2 Library Place, Hanover, Pa. 17331

Time 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Class Dates:

Saturday, May 15

Saturday, May 22

Class Dates:

Thursday, June 24

August Session -Location -United Way Community Room, 800 E. King St., York, Pa.  17403

Time 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Class Dates

Monday, August 2

Wednesday,  August 4

Monday, August 9

Wednesday, August 11

October Session -  Location -United Way Community Room, 800 E. King St., York, Pa.  17403

Time 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Class Dates

Wednesday, October 13

Monday, October 18

Wednesday, October 20 (begins at 6:30 PM)

Monday, October 25

Wednesday, October 27 

 November Session - For Educators Only - Location -Guthrie Memorial Library, 2 Library Place, Hanover, Pa.  17331
Time 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Class Date:

Saturday, November 6

Adult Reading Classroom Aide & Workshop Aide - Assist students in the Adult Reading' classroom.  Work one-to-one with students as needed on reading, writing, and life skills.

English as a Second Language Class Aide - Assist ESL instructors with class projects.  Work one-to-one with students on English skills as needed.

Library Assistant - Assist Librarian by processing new books and data entry.

Front Desk/Receptionist - Primary duties including answering  incoming phone calls and greeting visitors.  May also assist office staff with various clerical duties including copying, faxing, and typing.  Could be a commitment of one morning a week.

Monthly Commitments:

Committee Members - YCLC is always looking for your expertise and experience to enrich our programs and functions.  The Administrative Committee meets on a monthly basis.  The Basket Bingo, Fund Development, Gala & Silent Auction, Marketing and, Personnel committees meet on an as-needed basis. 

Computer Lab Assistant - Volunteers help students use various educational software and guide through trouble spots.  Volunteers can help in the lab the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th Tuesday of the month from 4-7pm.  Call to find out which Tuesday is available!

Occasional Commitments:

Annual Meeting - Help to set-up, greet attendants, and serve food.  Our Annual Meeting is held in November.

Basket Bingo - Held during the Holiday season, this event is a fun way to help YCLC raise money.  Donors are needed to sponsor each game and basket.  Items are needed to fill each basket.  Volunteers are also needed the evening of the event to help set up, sell tickets, work in the kitchen, sell food, and clean up.  YCLC's Basket Bingo is usually held in November or early December.

Book Giveaways - YCLC holds free book giveaways throughout the year around York County.  Volunteers help attendees with their books, inform visitors about YCLC, and organize book displays.

Book Sale - assist with set-up, sale and clean-up.

Buck A Book® - Volunteers are needed to stuff envelopes, deliver and pick up envelopes at county schools, process information, and help with data entry.

Bulk Mailings - Assist with collating, stuffing, labeling and sorting various bulk mailings.

Partners in Conversation - Meet with an ESL student to help them practice and improve their conversational skills and learn about each other's cultures.

Storyteller - Read stories at various community events. 

Recognition Picnic - Help to set-up tables, greet students and volunteers, and serve food.  The picnic is held in June.

If you are interested in any of these volunteer opportunities, please call Rita Hewitt at 717-845-8719, or email volunteers@yorkliteracy.org.

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