Cambridge School Volunteers

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Cambridge School Volunteers

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459 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138
Phone (617) 349 - 6794
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Our mission

Cambridge School Volunteers’ (CSV) mission is to harness the power of our community to ensure every student in the Cambridge Public Schools feels seen, supported, and successful.
Opportunities

Elementary School Volunteers

Make a difference in the lives of Cambridge’s youngest learners! Cambridge School Volunteers (CSV) offers opportunities to work directly with elementary students, helping them build confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.

Opportunities include:
Reading Buddies: Be paired with a K–2 student and share the joy of reading through weekly 30-minute read-aloud sessions. Build a meaningful relationship while helping children develop early literacy skills.
Classroom Collaborators: Support students one-to-one or in small groups during the school day in reading, writing, or math (with opportunities in Art and Library too). Just an hour a week can make a lasting impact.

👉 To get started, complete CSV’s online application.
  • Weekly
  • Adults
  • Individuals, Groups (2-10), Corporate Teams
  • In Person, Indoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays
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Become a Middle School Tutor!

Give just one hour a week to help a Cambridge student in grades 6–8 with homework, study skills, and confidence-building.

Volunteer at an after-school Learning Center at one of the five Cambridge Upper Schools on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays (3:20–4:30 p.m.).  CSV provides orientation, training, and on-site support.

👉 To get started, complete CSV’s online application.
  • Weekly
  • Adults
  • Individuals, Groups (2-10)
  • Tutoring, Indoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays
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High School Tutoring & Mentoring in Cambridge

Looking for a meaningful way to give back? Join CSV at Cambridge Rindge & Latin School (CRLS) to support students in grades 9-12 as a tutor, mentor, or classroom collaborator. Just 30–90 minutes a week can change a student’s future.

  • Tutors: Work one-to-one with a student to help them build confidence and skills in a subject area—before school (8:00-8:30 a.m.), during the school day (8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.), or after school (3:15-4:15 p.m.).
  • College/Career Mentors: Guide juniors and seniors through college essay writing, SAT prep, scholarship application, and college/career planning. Sessions are held weekly on Wednesdays after school (3:15-4:15 p.m.).
  • Classroom Collaborators: Work alongside a teacher during one or more class periods, supporting small groups and individual students.

No teaching experience needed—just patience, encouragement, and a commitment to helping students feel seen, supported, and successful.

👉 To get started, complete CSV’s online application
  • Weekly
  • Adults
  • Individuals, Groups (2-10), Corporate Teams
  • Tutoring, Indoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays
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Corporate Volunteer Opportunities

Looking for a way to give back as a team? Cambridge School Volunteers (CSV) partners with local companies and universities to connect employees and students with meaningful volunteer opportunities in the Cambridge Public Schools.

Corporate partners can:

  • Mentor students through our NetPals, KeyPals, and Reading Buddies programs.
  • Send teams to support students in nearby after school Learning Centers.

Volunteering together builds stronger teams while making a real difference in the lives of Cambridge students.

📩 Interested in exploring a partnership? Contact us at [email protected] to learn more.
  • Occasional, Weekly, Monthly
  • 55+, Adults
  • Groups (10+), Corporate Teams
  • Tutoring, Indoor
  • Formal
  • Weekdays
Cambridge School Volunteers

How you help

We’re proud to welcome dedicated, high-quality tutors and mentors who help Cambridge students thrive. From kindergarten through high school, there are meaningful opportunities to support students’ learning, confidence, and growth, helping us to create a more equitable, connected Cambridge.
About us

Established in 1966, Cambridge School Volunteers (CSV) is a nonprofit offering free tutoring, mentoring, and classroom programs on-site in all 16 Cambridge Public Schools. Each program aligns intentionally with District goals, leveraging longstanding organizational partnerships and over 600 engaged volunteers to respond flexibly to emerging needs. Committed to equity, access, and relationship as a foundation for learning, CSV engages people from across Cambridge in meaningful volunteerism to ensure all students feel seen, supported, and successful.