Volunteer Opportunities
Thank you for visiting the volunteer page!
Volunteers make all the difference at School on Wheels!
Valuable Is the Work You Do
Valuable is the work you do.
Outstanding is how you always come through.
Loyal, sincere and full of good cheer,
Untiring in your efforts throughout the year….
Notable are the contributions you make.
Trustworthy in every project you take.
Eager to reach our every goal.
Effective in the way you fulfill your role.
Ready with a smile like a shining star,
Special and wonderful—that’s what you are.
---author unknown, courtesy of Points of Light Foundation
Becoming a Tutor
- All tutors must be at least 14 years of age to tutor alone or 11 years of age AND accompanied by a parent.
- Tutors are asked to commit to one hour a week. We will work with your busy schedule to ensure that you will be able to tutor at the same shelter and the same time every week.
- All volunteers must successfully complete a criminal history background check.
- Interested tutors must also attend a training and orientation session before tutoring in the shelters.
Being a Tutor
Volunteering with School on Wheels provides an enriching experience to both students and volunteers. Volunteers are core to the “Tutors in Action” program, allowing School on Wheels to reach hundreds of children annually! In addition:
- Tutors will have the opportunity to enhance the educational opportunities of homeless children.
- Visits from tutors often will become the highlight of a homeless child’s week.
- By demonstrating consistency and encouragement, volunteers will give a child the belief that his/her education is not only important but also possible despite his/her circumstances.