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Volunteer to tutor seniors in English at St. Andrew's Manor in West Oakland!
ORGANIZATION: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates
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Do you want to be a positive influence in bridging communication barriers? Volunteer to tutor seniors at St. Andrew's Manor! SAHA serves a very diverse demographic of seniors in the East Bay, a large percentage of which have limited English-speaking proficiency. The volunteer will work with residents who are eagerly seeking accessible English instruction to learn how to communicate in emergencies, converse with doctors and health care providers, and interact with others in everyday conversation. They are enthusiastic and greatly appreciate their ESL instructors.
If you're looking to make a difference in your community, this is a wonderful opportunity to gain teaching experience with students who are eager to learn.
We have some flexibility in scheduling, but tutoring sessions must be Monday-Friday between 9 AM and 5 PM.
Requirements: Ongoing SAHA Community Volunteers must commit to volunteer once a week for a minimum of 4 months, and must complete a volunteer orientation, volunteer forms and background screening prior to beginning their placement.
About SAHA: Satellite Affordable Housing Associates is committed to providing quality, service-enriched, affordable housing in the bay area. Our Community Engagement Program aims to connect SAHA’s residents with the surrounding neighborhood through innovative, high impact, and responsive programs that forge mutually beneficial relationships. By providing consistent, volunteer-led programming, we hope to build community at each of our properties while offering accessible socialization opportunities. Visit sahahomes.org for more information!
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About Satellite Affordable Housing Associates
Location:
1835 Alcatraz Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94703, US
Mission Statement
Our Mission: SAHA provides quality affordable homes and services that empower people and strengthen neighborhoods. Our Values: We believe that: Every person needs a home. We commit to communities for the long term. Services in housing best support our residents and empower people to thrive. High quality design inspires people and builds community. Green building and practices lead to a healthy, sustainable society. Innovation and thoughtful risk-taking are part of how we pursue excellence. Financial health and sustainability are essential to the endurance of our mission and impact. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our work. Our workplace reflects the same values we bring to our homes.
Description
The purpose of the SAHA's Volunteer Program is to improve the quality of living and promote health and well-being for Satellite Housing's residents. Volunteers will help foster community by facilitating activities for the residents, such as exercise groups, art classes, discussion groups, providing health and wellness information, leading or participating in games, assisting with special events, etc. The residents really appreciate the effort that is put forth by the volunteers, and look forward to the weekly interactions.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
St. Andrew's Manor3250 San Pablo AveOaklandOakland, CA 94606
DATE POSTED
January 8, 2020
SKILLS
- Teaching / Instruction
- People Skills
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- English
- Cross-cultural Communication
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- 1/week for 1 hour. We request a four month commitment. We have some flexibility in scheduling, but tutoring sessions must be Monday-Friday between 9 AM and 5 PM.
- Volunteer must pass background check and attend a volunteer orientation.