- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Talk to kids about their futures
ORGANIZATION: Junior Achievement of Western Massachusetts, Inc.
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Join us in 7th & 8th grade classrooms in Westfield! This is a one day event and all volunteers are trained ahead of time on the activities. You will play games and lead activities with the students that help them think about their future career and managing their money. Sign up and make a difference today!
7th grade program, It's My Future: offers practical information about preparing for the working world; students explore potential careers, discover the four factors to consider in choosing a career, and recognize basic job-hunting tools.
8th grade program, Economics for Success: gives students info needed to build strong personal finances, a cornerstone to a happy, secure life; students learn the importance of exploring career options based on their skills, interests, and values and about spending money within a budget; saving and investing wisely; and using credit cautiously.
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About Junior Achievement of Western Massachusetts, Inc.
Location:
1500 Main Street, Suite 217, PO Box 15167, Springfield, MA 01115, US
Mission Statement
Dedicated to providing economic education and financial literacy programs to the youth of western Massachusetts and Vermont.
Description
Junior Achievement offers a wide-range of opportunities for volunteers to share their knowledge and life experiences with the children of our future.
At the heart of Junior Achievement are the volunteers who selflessly donate their time to inspire the children of our future. Junior Achievement's passionate volunteers are given the unique opportunity to educate kids on the economics of life through free enterprise education. Whether you choose to volunteer for a single school day, or help throughout a semester, your efforts to help kids understand what it takes to be successful will last a lifetime. Help spread the message of endless opportunity to a classroom in your community!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Westfield Middle School30 W Silver StreetWestfield, MA 01085
DATE POSTED
March 13, 2019
SKILLS
- General Education
- Mentoring
- Financial Literacy
- Youth Services
- Financial Planning
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- (1) one hour training and 3.5 hours day-of volunteering on 3/29
- Need to pass CORI check completed by Westfield School District