Volunteering
Become a tutor or homework helper at our Homework Center
Adult volunteer tutors provide free tutoring for Framingham students K-12. Tutoring takes place at the Homework Center Program which is located at the Main Library. If you are interested in getting involved, please fill out this form. Thank you for your interest!
Volunteer Information
The Homework Center (HWC) is an initiative by the Framingham Public Library made up of volunteers committed to helping local students with their homework.
Our Goals
- Provide a nurturing environment for learning
- Provide essential support for homework success
Daily Operation
- Main Library: Mondays & Thursdays from 3 to 6PM
- McAuliffe Branch: Wednesdays from 3 to 5PM
Roles & Responsibility
- Academic Assistance: Provide one-on-one help with homework assignments in various subjects
- Motivation and Empathy: Encourage and motivate students with patience and empathy
- Adaptability: Tailor support to diverse learning styles and needs of students
- Maintain a positive learning environment
Typical Session
- Coordination: Staff or volunteer coordinator prepares the HWC for students, including setting out snacks; welcomes students; and tracks relevant data
- Volunteers tutors meet with students as they enter the HWC and offer one-on-one support
- Volunteers keep track of how many students participate and which subjects students work on
- If students arrive without homework, volunteers help them with provided supplemental materials, such as word searches, journal writing, reading, or similar tasks