-
8 people are interested
Want to Empower Youth? Become a Tutor!
ORGANIZATION: Universidad Popular
Please visit the new page to apply.
-
8 people are interested
Make a difference! Little Village is one of the youngest neighborhoods in Chicago; almost half of residents are under the age of 25, creating a great need for youth programming. UPrising is a youth-led academic and cultural enrichment program focused on improving graduation rates in Little Village. We are looking for volunteers to assist youth with homework and/or facilitate academic games. Monday through Friday from 2:30PM-5:00PM. By providing support for the developmental and academic needs of our youth, we empower them to transform themselves, their community, and ultimately, the world.
We expect from our Uprising tutors to:
-commit to at least 2 hours a week for at least a 1 school semester
-be on time and ready to tutor
-be comfortable and appropriate interacting with youth
-authorize and undergo a background check through the Department of Children and Family Services
-be creative and engaging, patient and respectful
-be conscious of the needs of the Latino community
-be a critical thinker
More opportunities with Universidad Popular
1 ReviewNo additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Universidad Popular
Location:
2801 S. Hamlin Ave., 3702 W. 60th St., Chicago, IL 60623, US
Mission Statement
Universidad Popular's mission is to reach community empowerment through participatory learning. Universidad popular works in partnership with neighborhood residents and organizations to transform their lives and ultimately, the community.
Description
Universidad Popular (UP) Universidad Popular opens its door and provides the resources for community residents to become actively engaged in community empowerment. UP’s mission is to reach community empowerment through participatory learning. UP is dedicated to teaching within context that facilitates growth as human beings and contributes to the movement for social justice in Chicago’s Little Village, Chicago Lawn and throughout the world. Volunteering at UP provides a unique learning and hands-on educational experience. Our volunteers enjoy the exposure to the local cuisine, opportunity to practice Spanish, and participation in many cultural events.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2801 S. Hamlin AveChicago, IL 60623
DATE POSTED
December 3, 2014
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- General Education
- Tutoring
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- minnimum 3 months, two hours a week