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Volunteers of America Oregon: Youth Tutor & College Mentor
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Academic & College Mentor
Mentor youth through the school year to encourage their academic goals. Provide computer lab and homework help for middle and high school students, mentor students through the college application process, and chaperone education-based field trips to libraries, colleges, and businesses. Proficiency in math and science, and the ability to commit through the 2015 school year are essential. Bilingual English/Spanish highly-valued. Full training provided and special project ideas welcome!
Thursdays, 4:30 – 6:30pm: Dekum Court – 2424 NE Morgan St through June 2015.
Tutor
Assist with homework help, computer lab, reading group, and special projects based on your interest and the need of children of all ages. If you are able to commit to a weekly shift for at least three months, you will become a part of this community and these children’s success! While experience with tutoring and academic subjects is helpful, the most important thing is helping children of all ages feel valued, supported, and capable. Initial and on-going training provided. Mondays, 3-6pm: Sequoia Square – 247 SE 160th Ave
and/or
Tuesdays, 3-6pm: Plaza Townhomes – 5802 N Michigan Ave for 3+ months.
To Apply
- Visit voaor.org/volunteer for a list of orientation dates
- Email Nancy Loso at volunteer@voaor.org to RSVP to a session or request more details. She can answer any questions and connect you with program staff for more information.