Older Adults: Impact & inspire the next generation

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The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program is seeking volunteers to serve as literacy tutors at a summer camp for youth. Opportunity starts in June.

Purpose: Help kids build their vocabulary and reading comprehension over the summer so they do not forget what they learned between school years. Help them build self-confidence and positive relationships with adults.

Qualifications: Looking for someone patient who enjoys working with kids in grades 2-5, can pass a background check, and has their own vehicle for transportation. Tutors do not need teaching experience-- tutor training is provided for reading and math tutors.

Training: Volunteers must attend a training in June before they start working with the kids. This training prepares volunteers with skills for one-to-one tutoring. Refresher and special topic workshops are also offered. Academic Director and Reading Specialists provide ongoing support to volunteers.

Timeframe: Volunteers are needed on a weekly basis between June-August. Pick a one hour time slot on a weekday morning between 8am-11am. Substitute tutors are available to cover for vacations and special occasions with advanced notice.

Continue on to volunteering with the after school program in September if you choose. Schedule is completely up to you and the family you are matched with. Time off is always flexible with advanced notice.

Location of work: The tutoring sites are in Ann Arbor Public Schools and Community Center locations in Ypsilanti.

Requirements:

• Must be 55 or older to join RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program)
• Minimum two-four hours per month or as needed
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to drive
• Depending on opportunity, lifting or brisk walking may be required

Benefits:

• Training from helpful staff
• Flexible schedule for vacations - make sure you enjoy your retirement!
• Volunteer liability insurance to supplement your own medical and auto insurance
• Invitation to volunteer recognition events
• Meet like-minded people, make friends, build connections
• Feel good knowing you are doing a good deed

Volunteers must be age 55 or better to apply. Provide your phone number when applying.Email rsvp@csswashtenaw.org or call 734-712-4325.