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Volunteer Opportunities
Board of Directors
Volunteer Tutor
Fundraising
Office Help
Board of Directors
VCLA is a non-profit charitable organization governed by a volunteer board of directors. The Board of Directors sets the mission and policy for the organization.
Board meetings are open to the public.  While anyone can come and take part in the discussions about literacy in their communities, only directors can vote and make motions.  Being a board member is an excellent way to meet other volunteers, educate yourself about the issues and play guiding role in the governance of the organization. 
VCLA has a policy board structure. 
Volunteer Tutor
Volunteer tutors work with adults 1-1 and in small groups.  Tutors can help in a variety of ways:
  • With adults whose reading levels are too low to participate in a class and need extra help.
  • With learners in the Adult Learning Program classes who need extra help with a specific subject. 
  • With those trying to write their GED who may need specific help in one of the five subject areas: social studies, math, language arts reading, writing and science.
Volunteer tutors work in a number of places.  Many work at VCLA's Learning Centre at 22 Cornwallis Street in Kentville. Others work at the location of the levels program in Middleton: the Nova Scotia Community College site. Tutors also work in churches, community centres, and libraries.  VCLA will help you find a location that is convenient for you and your learner.
In partnership with the Nova Scotia Department of Labour and Workforce Development, the Valley Community Learning Association VCLA offers a 30-hour tutor training certification program.
Fundraising
The key fundraising event of the year is the Literacy Mile, but throughout the year smaller fundraisers such as quilt raffles and book sales occur. Please call 1-866-898-7323 to ask for the opportunities available in your area.
Office Help
There are often volunteer opportunities in the VCLA office in Kentville at 22 Cornwallis Street. Volunteers helped with the initial renovations that turned the old shoe store into a school and have helped to set up the computer network. From time to time, volunteers have helped with reception and administrative duties. 
Please call 1-866-898-7323 and tell us what you would like to do.