Help low income parents get their GED, become an Adult Tutor

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Housing Up is seeking a patient, knowledgeable and flexible volunteers to tutor parents living in our continuum of housing. The parents in our program are typically in their twenties and thirties. Our adult tutoring program is designed to support adults seeking their GED (equivalent of a high school diploma), technical certifications or other academic endeavors. Since 2007 the median wage for workers without a high school degree has dropped 13%. For many Housing Up parents, a GED is the next step to gaining housing stability and economic viability for themselves and their children.

Housing Up is a nonprofit organization that provides housing and supportive services, including case management, employment and career development, life skills, and youth enrichment services to more than 700 homeless and at-risk families in DC so that they can make transformational changes in their lives.

Requirements:

• Time Commitment: At least one day a week
• Enthusiasm and energy
• Location: Neighborhood Libraries across DC
• Comfort with a variety of high school or GED subjects (including but not limited to: Math, English and Study Skills)
• Background in education a plus
• Interest in working with homeless and low-income parents
• Volunteers must pass a background check prior to serving
• Must attend a new Volunteer Training in June/July

Opportunities:

• The chance to positively impact the city around you and to support DC residents in their efforts to reach their academic goals.
• Continuous Learning opportunities with a focus on poverty, housing and DC.
• Joining a vibrant and diverse community of volunteers and staff committed to holistic community development.

For additional information or to apply today:

Please contact Volunteer Manager Dillon Ficca at Dficca@housingup.org (202)291-5535 x412