Start Adults on Their Road to Literacy with XPRIZE and L.A. Works

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ORGANIZATION: L.A. Works

Central Library - Singleton Literacy Center

Volunteer for 2 hours a week (or more) with XPRIZE and help improve adult literacy in Los Angeles for many families.

Role & Responsibilities: You can help adults looking to better their lives by volunteering for the roles below:

Spanish speakers greatly needed!

  • LEAD A TEAM- Manage and educate your team for the testing/event.
  • SIGN IN/OUT- Sign people in and out.
  • INTAKE- Welcoming participants and downloading an app on their smart phone to determine if they are eligible to participate.
  • TEST- Administering the tests as a Test Officer (includes a 1.5 hour training).
  • RECRUIT- Informing potential attendees about the program.

No experience is necessary, only a love of learning is required! Each volunteer is matched to a position and meet to help administer baseline tests at an adult school or public library. Volunteers can receive test certifications, meals (depending upon shift) and support from a dedicated Regional Coordinator.

Time Commitment: 2+ hours each week for a minimum of 3 shifts - day and time to be determined by your schedule. Volunteers must commit to entire shifts.

Requirements: Must register on LAWorks.com and/or enrolled in RSVP. Completion of an application, two 45 minute online orientations (for testing officer role).

Parking & Transportation: Parking will be dependent upon your testing location; transportation needs to be provided by each volunteer.

Benefits: Our volunteers say that this experience is the highlight of their week. Having an opportunity to help a person learn to read and grow personally is very rewarding. You will be contributing to your community and meeting other volunteers.

Sign Up: Reply to courtney@laworks.com or go to www.laworks.com/XPRIZE to reserve your place.


* This project is managed and lead by our nonprofit partner. L.A. Works is a nonprofit, volunteer action center that creates and implements hands-on community service projects throughout the greater Los Angeles area.

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About L.A. Works

Location:

570 West Avenue 26, LOS ANGELES, CA 90065, US

Mission Statement

L.A. Works is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, volunteer action center that creates and implements hands-on community service projects throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Founded in 1991, L.A. Works addresses three principal needs: 1. To increase volunteer participation in community service projects; 2. To provide community service organizations with access to volunteer labor and other resources; and 3. To educate and encourage people to engage in the broader social issues affecting the greater Los Angeles Community.

Description

L.A. Works is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, volunteer action center that creates and implements hands-on community service projects throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Founded in 1991, L.A. Works addresses three principal needs: 1. To increase volunteer participation in community service projects; 2. To provide community service organizations with access to volunteer labor and other resources; and 3. To educate and encourage people to engage in the broader social issues affecting the greater Los Angeles Community.

CAUSE AREAS

Computers & Technology
Education & Literacy
Employment
Computers & Technology, Education & Literacy, Employment

WHEN

Wed Aug 16, 2017 - Wed Sep 20, 2017
10:30 AM - 07:00 PM

WHERE

Central Library - Singleton Literacy Center630 West 5th St.Los Angeles, CA 90071

(34.05067,-118.255196)
 

SKILLS

  • Literacy / Reading
  • Special Needs
  • Adult Education
  • English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
  • Reading / Writing
  • General Education

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+
  • Group

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 3+ Shifts at 2+ hours a shift is requested
  • Must complete a short training before the event

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