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9 people are interested
Children's Program Academic Mentor
ORGANIZATION: Cherokee Family Violence Center
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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9 people are interested
DESCRIPTION:
- The Mentor provides academic tutoring to children residing in our transitional housing development and shelter, to encourage students’ academic and professional development. Mentors and students will be matched by CFVC staff according to the mentor’s skill level and the age of the students needing tutoring. Mentors may be required to complete a brief training and background check through Children’s Restoration Network prior to being accepted as a mentor. Training takes place at a variety of locations through Children’s Restoration Network and Academic Mentoring takes place in Canton, Georgia on a weekly basis while school is in session.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Tutor and homework help with children during meeting times
- Clean up area after tutoring
- Discuss progress with student and parent
- Effectively communicate with Children’s Restoration Network and CFVC
- Adhere to Confidentiality Policy
SKILLS/TRAITS NEEDED:
- Desire to work with children
- Ability to identify areas for academic improvement
- Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals
- Patience
- Effective communication skills
- Dependability
- Flexibility
- Competence in an Academic area
REPORTS TO:
- Children’s Program Coordinator
PRIMARY JOB INTERFACES:
- Children’s Program Coordinator
- Outreach Coordinator
- Children’s Restoration Network Staff/Volunteers
More opportunities with Cherokee Family Violence Center
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Cherokee Family Violence Center
Location:
P.O. Box 489, Canton, GA 30169, US
Mission Statement
The Cherokee Family Violence Center enhances the safety of those impacted by intimate partner violence through services that empower victims while advocating for a community standard of zero tolerance for violence in the home.
Description
The Cherokee Family Violence Center is a registered, non-profit agency in Canton, Georgia, that has been providing services to victims of domestic violence and their children since 1984. CFVC has fought for victims for over 30 years by providing around-the-clock emergency assistance, offering safety and support and engaging in educating the public through outreach and legal advocacy. Visit www.cfvc.org for more information.
VALUES
- Provide services based on best practices which are focused on safety and delivered with integrity in the best interest of the client.
- Provide services that are client-centered and strength-based.
- Embrace diversity in all that we do.
- That system change is integral to victim safety.
- That volunteers and community partners are vital to the work that we do.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
100 Hearthstone Landing Dr.Canton, GA 30169
DATE POSTED
November 29, 2017
SKILLS
- Tutoring
- Child Development
- Mentoring
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- This program follows the Cherokee School Schedule