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3 people are interested
SHARE TODAY. SHAPE TOMORROW. BE A FOSTER GRANDPARENT!
ORGANIZATION: Foster Grandparents of Portage County
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3 people are interested
BE THE CHANGE you want to see in your community by sharing your time and experience to help children prepare for school, teach children to read or to tackle math skills, mentor children and youth in basic life and relational skills.
Since 1965, Foster Grandparents have been helping children in communities across the country to develop the academic and life skills that are critical to their development and future success.
Seniors ages 55 and older volunteer as aides/mentors/tutors in schools, Head Start facilities, day care centers, shelters, hospitals and community centers---working with children and youth to overcome their challenges.
- Must love children and/or youth and desire to make a difference in their lives!
- No formal experience in tutoring or mentoring necessary
- Must pass FBI and BCI background checks; all costs covered
- Must pass basic annual health screen; all costs covered
- Serve 15-40 hours per week
- Take part in pre-service and on-going In-Service Training
- If income eligible, RECEIVE A TAX-FREE, NON-REPORTABLE HOURLY STIPEND
- Receive mileage reimbursement, 9 paid (stipended) holidays, paid sick and vacation time, supplemental insurance while on duty
- Join a team of other caring Foster Grandparents who are investing in generations to come!
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About Foster Grandparents of Portage County
Location:
135 East Erie Street, Suite 301, Kent, OH 44240, US
Mission Statement
The Foster Grandparent Program, which began in 1965, provides loving and experienced tutors and mentors to children and youth with special needs.
Description
Working one-on-one in a public setting and serving between 15 and 40 hours a week, Foster Grandparents provide support in schools, hospitals, drug treatment centers, correction institutions, shelters, and child care centers. Among other activities, they review school work, reinforce values, teach parenting skills to young parents, and care for premature infants and children with disabilities. Foster Grandparents often maintain an ongoing, intensive relationship with the children and youth served for a year or longer.
As part of the National Service Senior Corps Program, volunteers must be 55 years of age or over. Those who meet certain income guidelines (200% of the federal poverty guideline) receive a small stipend. All FGP volunteers receive accident and liability insurance, reimbursement for transportation, and monthly training.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
135 East Erie StreetSuite 301Kent, OH 44240
DATE POSTED
November 21, 2014
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 55
- Orientation or Training
- 15-40 Hours per week
- Must love kids and want to make a difference!