We shouldn't teach great books; we should teach a love of reading.
~ B.F. Skinner

Volunteer to Tutor
Are you 14 years of age or older? Make a lasting difference in the life of a child. Make a lasting difference in the life of your community. Join Children's Literacy Center in offering  one-to-one tutoring at no cost to families.

2010 Peak Reader Tutor Training
All new volunteers are required to attend one of the following sessions:

Summer Session
Wednesday, June 30- 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 1 - 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Fall Session
Tuesday, August 31 - 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 1- 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 2 - 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

2928 Straus Ln., Ste. 110
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
RSVP to: Pamela at (719) 471-8672,
or by e-mail to pamela@peakreader.org 

To get started, please download and complete the appropriate application packet:

Adult Volunteers (18 years of age and older)-click here

Youth Volunteers (14 - 17 years of age)-click here

Peak Reader® Semesters
The fall  semester runs from September through December
The winter/spring semester runs from February through May
The summer semester runs from July through August

Commiting to be a Children's Literacy Center tutor is easy!  It is just a two hour a week commitment for twelve weeks.  There are several tutoring locations throughout Colorado Springs, so you can pick the location that works best for you!

Our experienced staff will train you to use our fun award winning Peak Reader® curriculum.  Click here to read more!

Watch your student learn and grow through reading stories, playing word games, and unlocking the meaning of words. You will give your students the skills to succeed for the rest of their lives.


Spread the gift of reading...ONE Child at a Time