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47 people are interested
Mighty Minds Tutor
ORGANIZATION: Stepping Stones Shelter
Please visit the new page to apply.
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47 people are interested
Purpose: To support children living in Stepping Stones Shelter, Middle and High School, to succeed in and out of the classroom despite adversarial living situations.
Description of Duties: teaching effective learning strategies in order for the student to complete assigned homework, discuss any difficulties that the children may have regarding their current classes, serve as a positive role model to those you mentor in the program, help them with their homework.
Time Requirement: Preferably once a month or so on Tuesday and/or Thursday of the advocate's choosing from the hours of 7 to 8 pm.
Qualifications: Positive attitude towards education, above average performance in school, ability to work well with teens, 16 years or older
More opportunities with Stepping Stones Shelter
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Stepping Stones Shelter
Location:
PO BOX 712, ROCKVILLE, MD 20848, US
Mission Statement
Stepping Stones Shelter provides homeless families with children the opportunity to regain their independence by offering shelter and support services in an atmosphere of dignity and respect.
Description
Stepping Stones Shelter is short-term emergency/assessment shelter for homeless families with children in Rockville, Maryland. We are one of only three Montgomery County shelters that provide services to entire families to help them regain their independence. The Shelter has six bedrooms and can accommodate six families of various sizes, serving up to 27 people at any one time. Stepping Stones has been providing families with shelter, food, clothes, case management and support services for over 30 years!
We need you to help us continue to serve these families in need. We have many volunteer opportunities for people in the community and hope to connect each of you with something you enjoy doing. Below is a list of most of our volunteer jobs along with a short position description. We welcome individuals and groups (maximum of 10) to volunteer with us.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Stepping Stones ShelterPO Box 712Rockville, MD 20848
DATE POSTED
April 25, 2018
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Child Welfare
- Mathematics
- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Sessions run Tuesday and Thursday 7-8:30 pm
- Volunteers will pick their own schedule via SignUp Genius link provided after orientation