"It's like a job. You have goals. You see results" -Yuriy, Experience Corps Member

What is the tutoring like?
Experience Corps members read to students, help students to read aloud and to complete classroom work, and more. Members work with students individually and in small groups in a quiet classroom designated for Experience Corps sessions.



How is Experience Corps different from all the other tutoring programs around?
Most importantly, all of our tutors must be age 55 or older so they bring a wealth of work and life experience, skills and abilities with them. Second, our tutors serve in teams and for a larger number of hours a week than other programs so we have a greater presence and impact on the setting. Furthermore, our tutors serve as role models and mentors for the students in the schools. We also provide training before the tutors begin as well as monthly training and weekly supervision throughout the year.



Do I need to have experience teaching or working with children?
Not at all. You do need a love of reading, to enjoy being with children, and to have patience, an open mind and dedication.



I have many years experience as a teacher. Do I need to go through the training before becoming a tutor?
Yes. It is important for everyone who will become an Experience Corps tutor to learn what the program and school system expects of tutors. The training also includes other topics particular to Experience Corps and is also a wonderful chance to get to know other members!



What are the steps I need to take to become a tutor with Experience Corps- South East Texas?

1.  You will fill out our application form and give three references.
   
2.  You will be interviewed.
   
3.  You will participate in a background check.
   
4.  You will complete our training.
   
5.  You will fill out paperwork including a contract and forms required to receive a stipend.
   

I understand that there is a stipend available. How does that work?
As an Experience Corps Volunteer we can offer a small stipend ($245 per completed month). In order to receive a stipend, you must commit to completing 15 hours per week / approximately 60 hrs a month of service from September - May. You are also required to attend additional meetings, events and trainings provided by Experience Corps. You also may serve as an Experience Corps volunteer, completing the hours but not receiving a stipend.



How does it benefit me?
You will get to know other wonderful, caring older adults. You will become important to the school and the children. You will learn new things. You will know that you are making a difference. You will have fun!



I have questions.
Call Stephanie Lartigue-Pearson at 1-877-802-2200 ext 315 or email at spearson [at] setrpc.org