Do you want to help a child become a confident reader?
The Literacy Council of Kingsport is looking for patient and enthusiastic volunteers to serve as children’s reading tutors for our in-school reading program. Volunteers work one-on-one with elementary students in grades K–3 who need extra support in reading.
Our tutors focus on building reading comprehension, vocabulary, decoding skills, and—just as importantly—self-esteem and confidence.
What You’ll Do as a Children’s Tutor:
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Work one-on-one with a student during the school day in a local elementary school.
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Help children build key reading skills using structured materials.
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Encourage and support young readers as they grow and gain confidence.
Time Commitment:
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Sessions are 30–45 minutes, once or twice per week.
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Scheduling is during school hours.
Qualifications:
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No teaching experience is required—just a love for reading and a desire to help children succeed.
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Volunteers must be willing and able to pass a background check. (The Literacy Council covers the cost.)
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Must be at least 21 years old.
Training and Orientation:
Our next Children’s Tutor Training is on Saturday, August 23rd from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Literacy Council Office (247 Broad Street, Suite 300, Kingsport).
You’ll receive:
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A brief overview of the science of reading
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Training on Dolch sight word charts
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Practical tools to support struggling readers in a fun and effective way
All materials are provided.
Why Volunteer?
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Make a lasting impact on a child’s reading journey
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Help students gain the confidence they need to succeed
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Be part of a community that believes in the power of literacy
Ready to Get Started?
To sign up for training or learn more, contact the Literacy Council of Kingsport at (423) 392-4643 or literacy@kingsportlibrary.org.
You can also complete our volunteer registration form here: Volunteer Registration Form
Together, we can help children thrive—one reader at a time.
