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1 person is interested
B.A.S.S. (Black African Student Success) Arabic-Speaking Elementary School Mentor
ORGANIZATION: Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
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1 person is interested
Schedule: Minimum of one day per week for 2-3 hours
Position Summary: We are in need of an Arabic-speaking volunteer to support an elementary
school-aged newly arrived refugee student. The volunteer must be someone who loves kids and
who has a passion for helping others. The student in need of support has been having a difficult
time adjusting to their new life at school as they do not speak English yet, and there are no
Arabic-speaking staff at school to help with translation. We will connect the volunteer with
school staff so that they can work together to try and support this student.
Qualifications: Bilingual in English and Arabic required. Experience working with elementaryaged students preferred but not required.
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About Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
Location:
10301 NE Glisan St. Portland (Main Office), 4424 NE Glisan St. Portland (Asian Family Center), Portland, OR 97220, US
Mission Statement
To promote the integration of refugees, immigrants, and the community at large into a self-sufficient, healthy and inclusive multi-ethnic society.
Description
The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants and refugees in Portland, Oregon. IRCO assists individuals and families successfully navigate their lives from cradle through career. IRCO provides programs and volunteer opportunities in the following areas:
- Employment Preparation and Literacy
- Employment Skills Training
- Employment Placement Services
- Youth Employment Services
- Family and Domestic Violence Services
- Youth Academic and Employment Services
- Senior Services
- Health Education and Advocacy
- Interpretation and Translation Services
- Community Development Services
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
3701 NE 131st PlPortland, OR 97230
DATE POSTED
December 27, 2018
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Time Commitment: Commitment to the entirety of the school year preferred