Tutoring service program models range from cross-age to intergenerational programs. Services can include classroom assistance to elementary, middle, and high school teachers, homework help, and participation in out-of-school time programs. Areas of interest include tutor training and support, as well as maintaining standards and evaluating programs. Listed below are some of our favorite resources on this topic.

• LEARNS Tutoring Resources
• Washington Reading Corps Toolkit
• Order Free DVDs and Other Resources (for CNCS grantees only)

Online Course

• Web-Based Tutor Training from LEARNS

Effective Practices

• Incorporating ten strategies to achieve a balanced approach to tutoring
• Setting standards for tutors in literacy programs
• Choosing and using a literacy model
• Providing ongoing tutor training and support
• See more effective practices on tutoring

Lending Library

• Master Tutor: A Guidebook for More Effective Tutoring
• Volunteer Tutor's Toolbox
• Becoming an Effective Tutor

Related Websites

• America Learns
• ESL Links