Become An Online Volunteer Tutor

Join thousands of volunteers making a real difference in students' lives while building your own future. Flexible, meaningful, and completely online.

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Who are we?

Learn To Be is a non-profit bringing free, 1-on-1, online tutoring to underserved youth around the United States. We work with K-12 students who need help with anything from math and reading to writing, science and history. These students include homeless youth, foster youth and other low income students across the United States. Students are matched and meet with the same volunteer tutor, for 6 months or 6 years! The pair meet a couple of times per week to help the student close gaps, learn skills and get ahead.


Why Tutor With Learn To Be?

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Flexible, 100% online

Volunteer from anywhere and choose a student based on your own schedule.

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1-2 hours a week with the same student

Meet with the same student every week so you can build a rapport and help one student succeed.

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Opportunities for Everyone

Whether you’re a high schooler, a retiree, part of a faith-based group, or just someone who cares, you can make a difference with us.


Who are our students?

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Most need help in basic math, reading and writing.

Most of our kids need help in the basics of math, reading and writing. But we also have kids who need help in pre-calculus, calculus, biology, chem, physics and other subjects

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They are in grades K-12

Most of our kids are 1-8 but we support high schoolers as well

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Underserved from across the nation

Our students are prime examples of unfulfilled potential. They're all destined to be great. They just need to practice the fundamentals and someone to guide them along.

Hear Julie's story

Hear Julie talk about her time with Learn To Be and how impactful it was.

Nervous to tutor? Don't be!

We provide everything you need to feel confident and successful as a tutor.

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Select the subjects/grades you want to tutor

Only teach the grades and subjects you feel comfortable with

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We have a ton of resources for you

We have courses, AI lesson planners, and other curriculums like Khan Academy, IXL and Epic Books to help you. Or you can just help kids with their homework.

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We have a community behind you

Join our community on Slack (it's like Discord) to connect with other tutors and get support. There are thousands of us on there to help support you.

Hear Kayleigh's story

Kayleigh joined Learn To Be to volunteer and left knowing she wanted to go into education.

We've got something for everyone.

There's something for everyone who wants to help our most vulnerable youth. Choose the path that matches your goals and interests.

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Community Service Hours

Earn verified hours for NHS, college applications, and scholarship requirements while integrating tutoring with your academic coursework.

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Start a Chapter

Lead a group of tutors at your school or organization and multiply your impact in your community.

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Tutor Corps

Join our elite program for dedicated tutors with special recognition and advanced training opportunities.

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California College Corps

Earn money while serving your community through this state-funded program for California students.

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Federal Work Study

Get paid to tutor through this federal financial aid program available at participating colleges.

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Intergenerational Tutoring

Connect across generations while making a difference in education and building meaningful relationships.

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Listen to Jack talk about his time with Learn To Be

Jack is a professional who found tutoring with us so simple and impactful.

How It Works

One student. One tutor. Every week.

Select a student you think you can help. We'll provide you with everything you need to help your student be their best self at school!

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Apply Online

Tell us more about yourself so we can determine if Learn To Be's online tutoring program is the right fit.

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Find A Student

Search through student profiles to find the perfect fit for you based on your tutoring experience and schedule.

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Tutor

Meet with your student every week as a mentor and guide them on their journey to unlocking their full potential!

Ready to make a difference?

Join thousands of tutors who are changing lives while building their own futures. Choose your path and start your journey today.

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