Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring pairs volunteers with children in grades K–3 to work one-on-one each week as their tutors, mentors, and friends. With your guidance and encouragement, children gain confidence, improve reading skills, and develop a more positive connection to school and learning.

You can choose from one of our participating school districts across Missouri and Illinois. Once matched, you’ll work with the same child each week throughout the school year, giving you the chance to build a consistent, trusting relationship that helps them grow. All tutors receive training and ongoing support—no teaching experience is required.

You may tutor one child or several, depending on your availability. Additional volunteer opportunities that support the tutoring program are also available, offering meaningful ways to contribute beyond the classroom.

All tutors receive training and ongoing support—no teaching experience is required. Throughout the year, tutors have access to several resources, including:

• Search for books through a digital Tutor Library and check out books at the in person Oasis Tutoring Library presented by the Dollar General Literacy Foundation, located in St. Ann. Discover high-quality books, educational resources, and teaching materials to use for engaging, effective tutoring sessions. The in person library is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday.
• Tutor University, a dynamic learning series that features engaging guest speakers, authors, illustrators, and storytellers, providing tutors with fresh ideas, practical strategies, and ongoing inspiration throughout the year.
• Quarterly program updates through the Tutor Tribune, our digital newsletter featuring program news, tutoring resources, volunteer highlights, and upcoming events. Each issue is emailed to tutors and available to read online.