ENGLISH LANGUAGE ACQUISITION (ELA) CLASSROOM ASST. - Age 55 plus

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The English Language Acquisiton (ELA) Classroom Assistant is a volunteer position that is dedicated to this non profit's mission of creating opportunities for immigrants and other community members in the Puget Sound region through comprehensive services focused on self-sufficiency, inclusion and advocacy. This position works alongside the classroom instructor with adult limited English speakers in a fun classroom setting, substantially contributing to students’ development in a personal, meaningful way.

Training:
* Volunteer Orientation
* 1:1 training with Classroom Instructor
* Working with Adult Learners (optional)

Commitment:
* 2-4 days/week
* 4 hours/week
* 2 quarters (6 months)

Duties:
* Assist the instructor with classroom duties
* Work with small groups as directed by the instructor
* Record and report hours spent with students each month
* Meet with the instructor to discuss and evaluate the day’s activities

Qualifications:
* Genuine interest in and respect for people with diverse cultural backgrounds
* Willingness to learn new skills and contribute ideas and energy to the classroom
* Outgoing personality, enjoys conversation
* Patience and sensitivity to the needs of adult students

Benefits:
* Provide direct help to volunteers who are helping the undereducated learn basic skills
* Participate in a successful program with other volunteers
* Add to personal resumes and potential references
* Open opportunities for further training
Hours Available: 2-3 hour blocks, Monday-Thursday 9am-8pm

Specific Needs:
Mondays/Tuesday/Wednesday
* 9am-12pm (refugee learners mostly) __Thong __Linda __Michelle
* 1-3pm __Linda __Michelle
* 6-8pm __Linda __Karen __Julie __Michelle