Tutoring is an activity that falls under the Library’s role as an educational support center and is in keeping with its mission to be the community’s center for ideas, information, learning and connections.

1. The Library does not provide individual tutoring services.
2. The Library does not endorse or recommend tutors.
3. Library staff will not supervise tutoring sessions.
4. Tutors may provide instruction to others either on a paid or volunteer basis which is mutually agreed upon between the tutor and client. The Library highly recommends that families perform background and reference checks as part of the hiring process on tutors the family elects to employ. The Library accepts no responsibility or liability in this regard.
5. The Library provides our Learning Lab workspace for tutors and students on a first-come first-served basis.  Tutors, students over twenty-one (21) years of age, or the parents of minor students who have active Chester Library cards in good standing may reserve Side A or Side B of our Small Meeting Room for tutoring purposes.  The Meeting Room policies apply.
6. If tutoring requires the use of computers, phones, or any items that can be disruptive to other patrons, library staff can prohibit the use of said devices.
7. All patrons are required to follow the Library’s Patron Code of Conduct.

The Learning Lab

The Library is committed to providing a supportive learning environment. Therefore, the Library offers a dedicated “Learning Lab” to provide a space for educational activities. This room is intended to support one-on-one or small group tutoring sessions.

1. The  Learning Lab is available for use by tutors and students engaged in educational activities (e.g. tutoring, academic mentoring, study sessions).
2. The room is intended for educational purposes only.
3. The room is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
4. Tutors and students must check in at the main desk upon arrival.
5. The Library staff will not be responsible for the supervision of children in the Learning Lab.  The Library’s Guidelines of Supervision of Children apply.
6. Personal belongings should not be left unattended. The Library is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
7. Patrons are responsible for cleaning up their area before leaving. If you need assistance with waste disposal, please ask a staff member for help.