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ORGANIZATION: Voice Advocacy Center

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According to giveliteracy.org, Omaha's poverty is rising. Among factors that lead to poverty, illiteracy is a significant one; in fact, 43% of individuals over 16 years old who have the lowest literacy levels live in poverty (http://www.proliteracy.org/the-crisis/adult-literacy-facts#sthash.PC1RKPSA.dpuf).

Working to raise literacy not only personally benefits the individual learning to read, but also society as a whole - rates of poverty, incarceration, teen pregnancy, and income are all affected by the ability or inability to read and be educated.

With the help of volunteers and paid tutors, Voice Advocacy Center aims to change the unfortunate prevalence of illiteracy right here in Omaha and virtually for families who consider this a better option. By working directly and consistently with those who previously struggled to read and write, you will help them achieve literacy - one of the greatest gifts in the modern era - which will help them in all aspects of their lives. It truly is an endeavor with meaningful impact that YOU can be a part of. Please see below for requirements.
3 hours minimum per week per child tutored
Paid training and tutoring $15 per hour
1 School Year minimum requirement
Online virtual and In person

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About Voice Advocacy Center

Location:

6655 SORENSEN PKWY, OMAHA, NE 68152, US

Mission Statement

To assist children and adults who struggle to read, write, and spell due to dyslexia or other related reading disorders and to give families of children who receive special education services (learning, emotional, physical, and mental) an "informed voice" and resource in their child’s individual education program

Description

Voice Advocacy Center is a 501c3 tax-exempt Special Education Advocacy and Dyslexia Screening and Tutoring Center. Voice Advocacy Center is a one to one tutoring program for children and adults who struggle to read, write and spell due to dyselxia and/or other illiteracy related issues and we provide special education advocacy assistance to families of children who receive special education services. Parents often feel intimated and confused by the special education process, having an informed advocate at the table with them makes all the difference-that difference is Voice Advocacy Center.

CAUSE AREAS

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

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

DATE POSTED

September 6, 2024

SKILLS

  • Tutoring
  • Adult Education
  • Mentoring
  • Reading / Writing
  • Literacy / Reading
  • Youth Services

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 6-8 hours per week minimum per student tutored for 1 year
  • Must complete a short application, plus paid training and 1 school year commitment

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