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A love for education grows in the Bronx!
ORGANIZATION: Masa
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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2 people are interested
Masa invites you to build a brighter future for the children of the South Bronx! By tutoring for two hours a week you can be a part of the change. Join us in transforming communities through education -one family, one child at a time!
We are seeking dedicated volunteers to provide tutoring and homework help to elementary, middle-school and/or high-school students at our South Bronx community center.
Masa's After-school Program operates on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6 PM-8PM. At the program, students primarily receive homework help, develop their reading skills, goal orientation/mentoring and begin to develop growth mindsets. They also have opportunities to participate in art, music, and other enrichment activities.
Masa's 2015-2016 After-School Program (MAP) will start on September 28, 2015 and run through early June 2016. Volunteers are admitted on a roll-in basis.
Requirements are as follows:
- Ability to volunteer consistently for at least one of the following days: Monday (6 PM - 8 PM); Wednesday (6 PM - 8 PM); or Friday (6 PM - 8 PM).
- Able to commit to volunteering for the all or most of the 2015-2016 academic yeawr (college students who will leave NYC in May will be considered). When working with children, consistency is the key to success!
- Willingness and ability to serve as a tutor/homework facilitator to elementary, middle-school students and/or high-school students either in an individual or small group setting.
- Attend mandatory Masa trainings and events (provided advance notice and multiple options for scheduling).
- Provide feedback on student progress and/or concerns to Masa staff.
For more information you may also visit: www.masany.org or e-mail us at volunteeropportunities@masany.org
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About Masa
Location:
2770 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Bronx, NY 10455, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Masa is to promote educational attainment, committed leadership and civic engagement among underserved students living in New York City with a particular focus on those of Mexican descent. Through a variety of civic and educational partnerships, Masa provides positive guidance and support for underserved youth and their families. We encourage program participants to strive to their fullest potential by setting and achieving academic goals in our tutoring and mentoring program. Furthermore, by fostering cultural and civic awareness, we empower a future generation of active and involved citizens.
Description
Masa provides after-school and mentorship services to students of Mexican descent living in or near the South Bronx. The organization relies heavily on the work of volunteers to serve the varied needs of students involved in the program.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
c/o Immaculate Conception Church: Neumann Hall601 Melrose AvenueBronx, NY 10455
DATE POSTED
February 9, 2016
SKILLS
- Tutoring
- General Education
- Youth Services
- Mentoring
- Literacy / Reading
- Math / Science Instruction
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- A minimum of one night a week for the school year
- See description for more details