Worcester Public Schools is recruiting college students to serve as AVID tutors. Tutoring takes place during the day in AVID classes. School day hours are 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. Training will be provided. What is AVID? Advancement Via Individual Determination AVID is a program for students in grades 7-12 who are capable of completing a college preparatory program but need additional support and assistance. AVID will help students to: • Succeed in the most rigorous college preparatory curriculum • Better manage and organize their schoolwork • Acquire a variety of study skills • Enter mainstream activities of the school • Become educated and responsible participants, and leaders in our democratic society As an AVID tutor you will assist students by: • Leading collaborative study groups (tutorials) in the AVID classroom • Checking student notes and binders • Providing academic support • Acting as a role model • Providing encouragement, understanding and a personal connection to students • Facilitating access to rigorous curriculum For additional information, please contact: Paula Harrity, Coordinator of Volunteer Services Worcester Public Schools Fanning Building, Room 313 24 Chatham Street Worcester, MA 01609 Email: harrity@worc.k12.ma.us Telephone: (508) 799-3030 or Fax (508) 799-3684