As the world leader in volunteerism we feel a responsibility to unite our broader community, and to use this moment to become stronger.
See below to participate in our Impact Sector survey, access our COVID-19 Resource Hub, and explore our growing directory of COVID-19-specific and virtual volunteering opportunities.
Do you want to make a difference in your community during these critical times?
Study Stars is a virtual online reading enhancement program designed to ignite a passion for reading and learning in K-5th grade students. Volunteers will work as reader or homework tutor. You will read stories, lead fun, interactive activities, and more!
Due to the circumstances surrounding COVID-19, CHW tutors and students are meeting exclusively via remote. The tutor will work with students individually or in small groups in grades K-5 th via video conference and phone.
Tutors are needed between 9am-3pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday, with the average session lasting approximately 35-45 minutes. Ideally, volunteers can set a routine schedule and commit to at least 3 months of service. We will work around your life style and needs, of course!
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to assist students in reading, writing, and mathematics as in their core subjects
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a diverse population.
Interact with student participant’s parents(s) and or guardian(s)
Energetic, driven, creative, patient and dependable character
Be ready to laugh, have fun, and make a difference in the life of a child. Training and curriculum provided.
Community service letters and references provided upon successful completion of service.
* California Residents Only
Please visit chworks.org/volunteer to learn more and apply or for more information, please contact Tannia Montesinos at volunteer@chworks.org
Central Office, 3111 Camino del Rio North, Suite 800, San Diego, CA 92108, US
Mission Statement
"Opportunity begins with a stable home. Community HousingWorks provides and builds life-changing affordable apartments communities with resident-centered services for working families, seniors and people with disabilities to forge strong futures." Founded in 1988, Community HousingWorks (CHW) is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization that develops rehabilitates preserves and operates affordable apartment communities in San Diego and throughout California
Description
Community HousingWorks is a San Diego based non-profit organization that helps people and communities move up in the world through opportunities to Own, Rent, and Achieve.
Vision
We believe, with a stable home, powerful tools, and community support, people can move themselves up in the world.
Through our comprehensive programs offered on-site and to the greater community, we proudly serve more than 8,000 people each year.
The Foundation: A Stable Home
For many, a stable home can provide a critical foundation needed to overcome life’s challenges. CHW builds and owns attractive, safe, and sustainable apartment communities in California that people can be proud to call home. Our award-winning apartments give people living on a limited income the chance to:
Find home stability
Pay an affordable rent
Be part of a strong community and access after-school and community programs on site
Children & Youth
Community
Education & Literacy
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity, with no fixed address.
