RESJ FACES In-Home Tutoring (Pre-K - 5th Grade)
ORGANIZATION: Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
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Position: RESJ FACES In-Home Tutoring (Pre-K - 5 th Grade)
Program Area: RESJ FACES (Racial Equity and Social Justice Family and Community Engagement Services)
Location: In person at the homes of families from selected Portland Public Elementary Schools.
Schedule: Must have availability during evenings and after-school hours. Volunteers must commit to working a minimum of 1-2 hours per week for at least 8 weeks (about 2 months).
Program Description: RESJ FACES programming provides racial equity and social justice-centered, community minded, culturally dynamic, multilingual/multicultural support to African, Asian, Pacific Islander and Slavic Immigrant and Refugee families, caregivers, and students.
Position Summary: The RESJ FACES program seeks dedicated, responsible, and culturally mindful
volunteers to support Pre-K through 5th grade Immigrant and Refugee students with academic and
culturally specific activities at selected schools in the Portland Public School District. An interview,
orientation and background check are required.
Qualifications:
- Have a passion for helping students achieve their goals.
- Commitment to working with diverse populations and non-native English speakers.
- Fluency in any of the following languages is helpful, but not a requirement: Vietnamese, Somali, Maay-Maay, Tongan or Russian language.
- Provide academic support to Pre K-5th grade students in math and literacy.
- Interest in participating in "in-home tutoring" and or "group activities" that support family connection, cultural identity, wellness and wellbeing and cultural sharing within the larger school community.
- Ability to build good relationships with students and parents to pursue the students' academic goals.
Time Commitment: Volunteers must commit to working a minimum of 1-2 hours per week for at least 8
weeks (about 2 months)
Requirements:
- Must be 18 or older
- Must pass background check
- Drivers license needed
To Apply: Submit a Volunteer Application Form or 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
March 14, 2024
SKILLS
- General Education
- Tutoring
- Mentoring
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- Reading / Writing
- Bilingual
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Volunteers must commit to working a minimum of 1-2 hours per week for at least 8 weeks (about 2 months).