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RESJ-MSM - After-School Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
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Position: After-School Volunteer at PPS Middle Schools
Program Area: Race Equity and Social Justice (RESJ) Middle School Mentoring (MSM)
Location: In-person after-school program at George, Roseway Heights, Harrison Park, and Lane Middle Schools.
Schedule: After-school program groups meet once or twice per week, Monday through Thursday, from approximately 3:30PM to 5:30PM
Program Description: RESJ program works with immigrant and refugee K-12 students at Portland Public School District. We serve three multi-dynamic communities: African-Immigrant, Pacific Islander, and Slavic by providing culturally specific after-school programming in four middle schools: George, Roseway Heights, Harrison Park, and Lane.
Position Summary: Our after-school groups provide culturally specific academic support and tutoring to immigrant and refugee students. Volunteers support our culturally specific after-school programs by assisting our bilingual bicultural Academic Advocates in the classroom and on occasional field trips. Volunteers help students with homework, math, science, and literacy lessons, as well as with group games and activities.
Qualifications: No foreign language experience is required, but those with a strong sense of compassion and a good sense of humor are encouraged to apply. In addition, some advanced English writing, math, and science skills are preferable for tutoring at the high school level.
Time Commitment: Volunteers will work from January to June (winter and spring terms).
Requirements:
- Must be 18 or older
- Must pass background check
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
To Apply: Contact volunteer@irco.org
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About Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
Location:
10301 NE Glisan St. Portland (Main Office), 4424 NE Glisan St. Portland (Asian Family Center), Portland, OR 97220, US
Mission Statement
To promote the integration of refugees, immigrants, and the community at large into a self-sufficient, healthy and inclusive multi-ethnic society.
Description
The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants and refugees in Portland, Oregon. IRCO assists individuals and families successfully navigate their lives from cradle through career. IRCO provides programs and volunteer opportunities in the following areas:
- Employment Preparation and Literacy
- Employment Skills Training
- Employment Placement Services
- Youth Employment Services
- Family and Domestic Violence Services
- Youth Academic and Employment Services
- Senior Services
- Health Education and Advocacy
- Interpretation and Translation Services
- Community Development Services
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Portland, OR 97220
DATE POSTED
February 29, 2024
SKILLS
- General Education
- Literacy / Reading
- Math / Science Instruction
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- Youth Services
- Reading / Writing
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Volunteers will work from January to June (winter and spring terms).