Why become a tutor
The most rewarding two hours of your week
You’ll watch a child move from the frustration of struggling to read to the pride of real progress — and you’ll be the reason why.
Change a child’s story
Help a child unlock reading — and the confidence that comes with it.
You’re never alone
A welcoming team, all your materials, and support every step of the way.
Skills that stay with you
Earn a recognized literacy certification while mentoring a child who needs you.
What tutoring looks like
Simple, steady, built for success
One child, one tutor
You’re matched with the same child for their whole program.
A proven program
Follow a clear, step-by-step plan — no lessons to design yourself.
Twice a week
Two one-hour sessions, after school or Saturday mornings.
Everything provided
All materials, full training, and a team that has your back.
“You can be that special person who leads a child from a world of frustration to one of success.”
— Why our tutors keep coming back
About the Learning Centres
What we do
Scottish Rite Learning Centres give children aged 6–14 with dyslexia free, one-on-one tutoring using the Orton-Gillingham approach — always at no cost to families. There are Centres across Canada, all run on the same proven model and funded by donations.
How a child’s journey works
- A family enrols their child with a local Centre.
- The child is matched one-on-one with a trained volunteer tutor.
- Twice-weekly sessions build reading, spelling and confidence.
- Progress is steady, measurable, and life-changing.
The Scottish Rite Charitable Foundation
Behind every Centre
The Learning Centres are a program of the Scottish Rite Charitable Foundation of Canada — a registered charity that funds research and programs to solve the puzzles of the mind. Watch the short film to learn more.
Ready when you are
Choose your nearest Centre
Each Centre runs its own training and welcomes new tutors. Pick yours to learn more and apply.
BC Learning Centres
Vancouver-based, serving families across B.C. Scottish Rite structured-literacy training runs each spring.
Become a tutorCalgary Learning Centre
Tutor and support roles available. Full Orton-Gillingham training, materials and ongoing guidance provided.
Become a tutorEdmonton Learning Centre
Join the Edmonton team helping local children with dyslexia learn to read, one session at a time.
Become a tutorOutside these regions? See all Learning Centres across Canada →