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Youth Learning Center Volunteer - The Salvation Army San Gabriel
ORGANIZATION: The Salvation Army - California South
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5 people are interested
The Salvation Army San Gabriel's Youth Learning Center provides homework support for elementary and junior high students, primarily from low-income households. This is a great volunteer opportunity for High school or college students who are looking to fulfill community service hours and sharpen skills for their future career. Also for retired adults who are looking to contribute their wisdom and experience to serve their community
Learning Center Schedule:
School Year - Weekdays, 2:30 - 6:00pm
Summer Program - Weekdays, 1:00 - 6:00pm
Volunteer Responsibilities:
Tutor elementary to junior high students on various subjects
Develop student reading skills and assist with homework
Check workbooks and help students make and understand corrections
Volunteer Requirements:
Able to work well with children
Strong background in Math and English (up to 8th grade level)
High School volunteers should have a Minimum of 3.0 GPA
Volunteers are ideally available to serve at least one afternoon per week.
Additional information:
Candidates will be interviewed by our Youth Learning Center Director. Volunteers must complete initial screening and training before working with children.
All volunteers will be issued a certificate for completed hours. We may also write letters of recommendation for exceptional volunteers.
To apply:
Contact Mrs. Penny Co, YLC Director at shu-wen.co@usw.salvationarmy.org
Please include a resume, contact information, current grades/GPA (if applicable), preferred age group, and availability.
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About The Salvation Army - California South
Location:
180 E OCEAN BLVD Suite 500, LONG BEACH, CA 90802, US
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army is an international grassroots organization committed to serving the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of individuals in need. We call our approach to providing services Doing the Most Good. Originally founded to serve the poor on the streets of 18th Century London, The Salvation Army is now present in 114 countries and nearly every zip code in the United States. The Salvation Army's reputation as an international humanitarian organization and effective social service provider is best summed up by management expert Peter Drucker who said, "The Salvation Army is by far the most effective organization in the United States."
Description
Many people associate The Salvation Army with Christmas kettles or thrift stores, but The Salvation Army is much more than that. The Salvation Army can be found in over 100 countries around the world, providing much needed help. Closer to home, The Salvation Army has over 51 corps/community centers, and over 50 social service programs in Southern California.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
125 E. Valley BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91776
DATE POSTED
February 24, 2017
SKILLS
- Tutoring
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- 1 day per week if possible