GirlForward is a community of support dedicated to creating and enhancing opportunities for girls who have been displaced globally by conflict and persecution.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer tutor! Tutors work with girls in high school and in college who identify as refugees and immigrants. The program begins on Tuesday, September 3rd is held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Virtual tutoring sessions are from 3:30-5pm or 5-6:30pm. In-person tutoring sessions are from 3:30-6:30pm. Tutors help with homework, test prep, college applications, English and also support our drop-in program: Safe Spaces. Tutors are required to commit to at least one regular shift per week, but can volunteer for more if interested. The required training will be announced in the coming weeks. While we strongly encourage attending the live session, a make-up option will be provide.
Please fill out the application below. If selected to move forward, you will be contacted regarding next steps including a phone interview, training, and background and reference check. Background checks cost $10 and is typically at a cost to the applicant (financial assistance may be available).
Minimum requirements:
- 18 years old or older
- Able to commit to tutoring 1 session per week
Contact Education Program Manager, Zahra, at zahram@girlforward.org with any questions or concerns.