NASHUA – The United Way of Greater Nashua is calling on community members to become tutors and monitors for its Learn United program.

With approximately 10 students currently awaiting a match, there is an urgent need for volunteers who can provide critical academic support. The most in-demand subjects are Reading and Math, but students also need assistance in areas such as Science and Social Studies. Additionally, the United Way serves English Language Learning students, so volunteers with patience and familiarity with other languages can be particularly impactful for these New Americans.

More than 60 percent of students in Nashua struggle with reading, writing, and math at grade level. This is an opportunity to change lives, one student at a time. Tutors and monitors serve as educational lifelines, offering personalized support that improves academic confidence and fosters a love of learning.

One heartwarming example of this bond comes from a dedicated tutor who, before passing away last year, helped a young girl learn to read. He proudly shared his student’s success with his family and nurses in his final days. His second student has since struggled to find another tutor to connect with as deeply, demonstrating just how impactful these relationships can be.

Volunteers must complete a national and state background check, requiring a Social Security Number.

Those who have already been fingerprinted for nonprofit or professional work may expedite placement, especially for tutoring at the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Nashua, where this additional requirement applies.

Sessions take place in public spaces such as the Nashua Public Library, 2 Court St., the Arlington Street Community Center, 36 Arlington St. and the United Way office, 20 Broad St. Remote tutoring opportunities are also available and are still monitored for safety.

Sessions run Sunday through Saturday and volunteers are asked to commit to just one hour per week. They can choose the times, days, subject matter, and grades they prefer to work with.

The process to become a tutor or monitor takes a few weeks to a month, so early sign-ups are encouraged. Your commitment can reduce school-related stress for students and their families while making an invaluable difference in a child’s life.

To learn more and sign up, visit unitedwaynashua.org/tutoring or email tutoring@unitedwaynashua.org.