- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
YMCA After School Program Mentor
ORGANIZATION: Akron Area YMCA
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
The Akron Area YMCA is looking for special individuals to take on the role of Mentor in the after school Youth Development Program. Volunteering as a Mentor is a wonderful opportunity to enrich the lives of children living in our community through an education based program including nutrition, recipe sampling, reading, physical activity, and other creative activities and games. Mentors volunteer approximately 3 hours each week and are provided with all materials, supplies and training needed to create fun, positive, life-changing experiences for students. This rewarding opportunity is open to those in high school and beyond. The ideal candidate is reliable, organized, punctual, and has a passion for helping children succeed in school and in life. Internships are available. If you are interested in becoming an Akron Area YMCA After School Program Mentor, please contact Jenna Messina, Youth Development Coordinator at 330-376-1335 ext. 1035 or jennam@akronymca.org.
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About Akron Area YMCA
Location:
50 South Main Street, LL100, Akron, OH 44302, US
Mission Statement
To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Description
At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, the Y works side by side with its neighbors to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Akron AreaAkron, OH 44308
DATE POSTED
January 6, 2020
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- Literacy / Reading
- Teaching / Instruction
- Youth Services
- Child Development
- Nutrition
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 14
- Orientation or Training
- 1 or 2 days per week for a 10-week session, approximately 3 hours per day.
- Reliable transportation, good communication skills, desire to work with children grades K - 5