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30 people are interested
Help Adult Learners Improve Literacy & Computer Skills! (in-person)
ORGANIZATION: Jane Addams Resource Corporation
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30 people are interested
The Adult Learners Programs and Services (ALPS) at Jane Addams Resource Corporation serves adult learners who want to improve their skills in reading, writing, math, computers, and English as a Second Language.We are looking for volunteer tutors who can have socially-distanced in-person sessions with learners (abiding by CDC guidelines).
- Reading tutors: We have an adult learner who is has a very low literacy level and is looking for an in-person reading and writing tutor! This is especially important with basic services going online, given COVID.
- Computer basics tutors: We have a few adult learners interested in in-person computer basics tutoring. You do not need to be a computer whiz to volunteer! You will help learners with topics like: signing up for an email address and checking your inbox, attaching a document to an email, connecting a computing device to WiFi, video chatting on services like Zoom, completing an online form, etc.
We ask that volunteers make a commitment of at least 6 months. Scheduling is flexible and sessions can occur whenever both the learner and tutor are available.
New volunteer tutors are provided with 12 hours of free training, and JARC tutors have opportunities throughout the year to attend further literacy training for free. This volunteer opportunity is a great fit for anyone who wants to learn more about and perhaps work in the field of adult literacy. It’s also a good fit for people who enjoy teaching and want to support adults with improving their daily lives!
We’re a small program, and we pride ourselves on being warm and welcoming to all learners and volunteers. We would be so excited to have you come and work with us.
More opportunities with Jane Addams Resource Corporation
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About Jane Addams Resource Corporation
Location:
4432 N. Ravenswood, 2nd floor, Chicago, IL 60640, US
Mission Statement
The Jane Addams Resource Corporation (JARC) promotes strong communities, businesses and households to ensure that people who work do not live in poverty. JARC builds healthy communities through workforce, economic, and human development. Our mission is to help people improve their skills so they can advance both personally and professionally.
Description
JARC is a key regional site for the Center for Working Families (CWF), an innovative program that is intended to increase financial stability among low-income residents in neighborhoods throughout Chicago. CWF helps families and individuals become more financially secure by providing clients with Financial Education, Income Supports, and Employment Services. We are accomplishing this goal through every phase of the job seeking process, from initial screening and overcoming barriers to one-on-one coaching and resume writing. We also provide one-on-one tutoring opportunities for adult learners. JARC's training programs target in-demand industries (CNC Machine Operation, Welding, IT) and occupations that offer family sustaining wages, benefits and authentic career paths.
See our website for more details at www.jane-addams.org.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
4432 N Ravenswood AveChicago, IL 60640
DATE POSTED
April 20, 2021
SKILLS
- Teaching / Instruction
- Adult Education
- Basic Computer Skills
- Tutoring
- Literacy / Reading
- Reading / Writing
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 90 minutes a week for at least 6 months
- Training and background check are provided at no cost to the volunteer