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SAT Test Prep Instructor- Minds Matter DC

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ORGANIZATION: Minds Matter of Washington DC

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Minds Matter DC students work with our volunteer instructors from 10-12 on Saturdays during the school year in order to build their test prep skills. Our instructors work with students as a group and one-on-one to strengthen their Math, Critical Reading, and Grammar skills in preparation for the SAT. Our instructors are a key part of our mission in allowing each student to fulfill his or her potential and make the leap to college.

Instructor Expectations:

  • A college graduate
  • Act as a positive influence and a role model for students
  • Be a strong communicator to keep students, peers, and chapter leadership informed
  • Attend 80% of the sessions from September through May
  • Time commitment: 3-4hrs/weekInstructor Expectations:

More than 1,300 volunteers nationwide dedicate their time help to Minds Matter achieve its mission each year. Minds Matter of Washington, DC is a 100% volunteer based organization. Our organization consists of professionals from diverse career backgrounds in the DMV area. The Minds Matter volunteer experience offers dedicated individuals both the opportunity to meet a group of like-minded adults as well as the opportunity to hold leadership posts and carry the organization to new levels each year.

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About Minds Matter of Washington DC

Location:

Washington, Washington, DC 20004, US

Mission Statement

TO TRANSFORM THE LIVES OF ACCOMPLISHED, LOW-INCOME STUDENTS BY BROADENING THEIR DREAMS AND PREPARING THEM FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS. Minds Matter DC is a strong, passionate group of individuals dedicated to providing extra support and resources needed to help highly motivated, low-income DC students reach their highest potential without additional costs to the school system or students. For more than 22 years, Minds Matter National has been making competitive college admission a reality for underserved students nationwide. Minds Matter transforms the lives of highly-motivated, low-income students by providing the individualized mentoring, standardized test preparation, and writing and critical thinking instruction that has been proven necessary to achieve college success.

Description

Minds Matter serves nearly 650 motivated students in cities nationwide and pairs them with volunteers committed to helping them achieve their academic and personal goals. The program provides:

  • Academic mentoring
  • SAT/ACT test prep
  • Writing and critical thinking instruction
  • Access to prestigious summer enrichment programs
  • Guidance through the college application and financial aid processes

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Education & Literacy
Children & Youth, Community, Education & Literacy

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Washington DCWashington DC, DC 20005

(38.90421,-77.0291)
 

SKILLS

  • Mentoring
  • Literacy / Reading
  • General Education
  • Tutoring
  • Teaching / Instruction
  • Reading / Writing

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 21
  • Orientation or Training
  • 3-4 hours/week, every Saturday Sept thru May

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