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Adult Education Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Catholic Charities of Boston
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THE CATHOLIC CHARITABLE BUREAU OF THE ARCHDIOCESE OF BOSTON, INC.
ADULT EDUCATION VOLUNTEER
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Catholic Charities El Centro Adult Education Program, located in Jamaica Plain, is one of the most effective programs in the Commonwealth for adult English language learners. The adult education volunteer works with adults who are learning the English language skills necessary for living and working in the community. The volunteer assists teachers as they manage the diverse learning needs of adult immigrant students. The volunteer assists a classroom teacher, working one-to-one with learners or directing small group activities, and conducts individual projects assigned by the teacher/counselor, e.g., helping students to apply for housing, create a resume, prepare for the citizenship exam, etc. Every effort is made to match volunteer’s skill set with classroom and learners’ needs which can include college level math and writing, life skills applications, and conversational partners.
Classroom volunteers are needed Monday-Friday 9:00AM-1:00PM. As a volunteer you must be able to commit to at least one shift per week for at least 3 months. Orientation and training will be provided. All volunteers must complete an application, an interview, and undergo a criminal background check.
REPORTS TO: Program Director (or assignee)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist English language learners practice speaking and improve conversation skills
- Assist adult students to prepare for college exams
- Mentor learners in transition to college
- Assist classroom instructors of adult ESOL in implementing class plans
- Assist the instructor of adult ESOL computer class, giving training and responding to student questions on basic computer knowledge, ESL software and websites
- Assist students complete housing applications, create a resume, prepare for the citizenship exam, etc.
- Demonstrate professionalism and a positive attitude when working with students
- Maintain confidential information and confidentiality of learners at all times
QUALIFICATIONS
- Interest in working with adults in a community-based agency
- Ability to work in a multilingual and multicultural environment
- Ability to interact with people in a group and on a one-on-one basis
- Flexibility in fulfilling ad-hock tasks
- Sensitivity to cultural differences and ability to relate well to a variety of people
- Patience, understanding, flexibility, positive attitude
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About Catholic Charities of Boston
Location:
275 West Broadway, Boston, MA 02127, US
Mission Statement
Catholic Charities is building a just and compassionate society rooted in the dignity of all people.
Description
For more than 100 years, Catholic Charities has continued its mission of building a just and compassionate society rooted in the dignity of all people.
As one of the largest providers of social services in Massachusetts, Catholic Charities offers approximately 90 programs and services in 23 locations from Lawrence to Brockton and throughout to Boston. More than 185,000 people are helped each year regardless of faith.
Our programs and services are provided in four major areas:
- As an anti-poverty agency, Catholic Charities responds to the needs of the poor and working poor in our communities. This is accomplished by providing or helping them access emergency food, fuel, utility, rental, and mortgage assistance.
- Catholic Charities provides a variety of support services for children and families in order to strengthen and preserve families and provide children and youth with the opportunities they deserve.
- Adult Education (ESOL) and workforce development programs prepare adult learners to take advantage of better employment opportunities to support their families
- With a variety of multicultural and multilingual services for immigrants and refugees, Catholic Charities is working to help these populations adjust to their new surroundings and become active participants in their communities.
Catholic Charities is a self-supporting, non-profit organization that relies on public, private, and United Way contributions.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
19 St. Joseph StreetJamaica Plain, MA 02130
DATE POSTED
March 6, 2019
SKILLS
- Teaching / Instruction
- Financial Literacy
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- Adult Education
- Cross-cultural Communication
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Monday-Friday 9AM-1PM; at least 1 shift/week for at least 3 months