How do I become a Study Zone Volunteer?

Provide learning support for students in grades K-12 during Study Zone hours. Study Zone programs include Tutors, Reading Buddies, and Math Club. We offer these programs online and in libraries.

Roles and Shifts

In-person shifts

You will need to go to a library for these shifts.

 

Role Duties Shift and Age Requirements

Tutors

 

·       Assist students in grades K-12 with homework and study skills.

·       Help 1-5 students at a time.

 
  • 2 hours per week
  • Ages 16 and older

 
Math Club

·       Present Math Games lessons

 

·       Help small groups of K-5 students with math activities

 
  • 1 hour per week
  • Ages 14 and older

 
Reading Buddies
  • Share eBooks with students.
  • Coach pronunciation, pace, and comprehension.
  • Help 1-2 students at a time.

 
  • 1 hour per week
  • Ages 15 and older

Qualifications

State of Residence

You must be a Washington State resident to volunteer at Study Zone.

Age

Find age requirements for each volunteer role in the charts above. Age requirements are minimums. Adults are welcome to apply for any role except Math Club Instructors.

Equipment

To volunteer online, you'll need to have your own equipment so that you can participate on Zoom. You must have a personal laptop or computer with reliable internet access.

How to Apply

We accept applications throughout the year.

    • To apply for in-person Study Zone roles, contact the Teen or Children’s Services Librarian at your local library.  Ask if that location is offering in-person Study Zone programs.
    • To apply for an online role, contract studyzone@kcls.org.  Ask for the application for online Tutors, Reading Buddies or Math Club.   

Holidays and Breaks

Study Zone is closed during all major holidays and for the following breaks:

    • Mid-winter break (week of Presidents Day in February)
    • Two weeks at the beginning and end of summer
    • Thanksgiving week
    • Winter break (last two weeks of December)