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ORGANIZATION: Sitters for Scholars
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BOARD SERVICE OPPORTUNITY
OVERVIEWSitters for Scholars s a first of its kind non-profit organization which offers free weekly babysitting services to low-income mothers attending college in the Greater Boston area. SFS volunteers are committed to assisting families with childcare responsibilities, allowing parents to pursue higher education and elevate their economic position. In view of our projected operational growth, we are looking to increase the size of our board and recruit new board members who are passionate about what SFS does, willing to commit time and energy to strengthen and sustain the organization, and embrace board service as a serious commitment to the community.
SERVICE CATEGORY1. Accounting and Finance
Finance/treasurer background--preferably with a non-profit organization. Proficient with Quickbook and familiar with Paypal set up.
2. Program Evaluation
Experience in designing and running program monitoring, evaluation, learning and impact assessments with a good understanding of data and analyzing data sets.
3. Business Development
Background in business development or marketing/public relations. Experience in strategic planning and business planning processes.
4. Policy / Government or City Related
Background in public policy and/or experience in a government/city/community relations role, a related field, or any relevant experience in research or policy analysis. Experience working with city officials and/or knowledge of city initiatives. Professional networks and visibility in the candidate’s field is preferred.
5. Childcare / Social Work
Background in social work or related education and case management experience. Understanding of the delivery of social services and experience working with clients of diverse cultural and socio-economic groups. Experience working with high-risk demographic.
6. Mentor Role - Masters of Social Work
Professional with Masters's of Social Work and passionate about SFS's mission.
To learn more about the organization, visit www.sittersforscholsrs.org.
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About Sitters for Scholars
Location:
769 Centre street, Jamiaica Plain, MA 02130, US
Mission Statement
Sitters For Scholars is a non-profit that offers free babysitting services for parents of low-income families that are returning to college.
Description
Sitters For Scholars, (previously Sitters Without Borders) is a first of it’s kind non-profit organization which offers free babysitting sessions to low-income families in which at least one parent is attending college. Sitters For Scholars provides support throughout Metro Boston with the help of local volunteers who believe that it takes a village to raise a child, while encouraging parents to pursue a higher education.
The sitters volunteering with Sitters For Scholars are frequently enthusiastic college students themselves who understand the amount of time and work that goes into succeeding in college, and value the importance of child care service to parents in school. These volunteers are carefully selected based on their experience with children, dedication to volunteer work and professional credentials. They are thoroughly interviewed, trained, CPR and First Aid trained. They are also reviewed for a clean background check and great references. Each sitter has a profile which is available for parents to view upon confirming a sitter for their family.
The families selected to receive babysitting services are also carefully verified to match our target group. In addition to meeting the basic eligibility requirements for babysitting services, families are interviewed in person and have their homes checked for safety requirements before a sitter comes to their house. If interested, please apply directly on website (https://www.sittersforscholars.org/volunteer)and someone will contact you!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Remote with monthly meetingsBoston, MA 02210
DATE POSTED
April 2, 2024
SKILLS
- Child Care
- Adult Education
- Fundraising
- Business Development & Sales Management
- Accounting
- Grant Writing / Research
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18