BACKGROUND AND PROGRAM SCOPE Neighborhood House partners with diverse communities of people with limited resources to attain their goals for self- sufficiency, financial independence health and community building. At Neighborhood House, we have a deep commitment to valuing our employees’, volunteers’, and clients’ diverse experiences and backgrounds, which guide our work for a more equitable future.
Neighborhood House’s Youth Engagement Program offers academic assistance, engagement through project-based learning and social emotional learning, as well as other supports to youth and their families. We are seeking tutors to be on call during the academic assistance portion of the program. During our drop-in tutoring sessions, youth will bring their online schoolwork to the virtual call and we guide them to understand and complete their work. There is also ample opportunity to build relationships with the youth and their families through this time.
RESPONSIBILITIES Initial meeting with staff for introductions and program familiarization Availability to jump into drop-in session when there is traffic Assisting 1-2 youth at a time with core concepts (reading, math, science, etc.) Contribute to the fulfillment of the Neighborhood House mission through providing assistance, mentorship and encouragement to students.
TIME COMMITMENT Drop-In tutoring occurs Tuesday - Friday from 12:30p to 4:00p Choose a day and time slot that works well for you! o We can give recommendations for higher traffic times/days.
QUALIFICATIONS Must have computer with sound and mic capabilities, and access to an internet connection. Ability to access Zoom. All Zoom sessions will be recorded. Ability to work with youth in grades K-12, experience not necessary Ability to work with elementary aged school youth in a respectful and caring manner Dependability and patience Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds Ability to set and maintain clear boundaries Basic technology knowledge Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, Zoom basics. Basic school level knowledge
BENEFITS Positively impact the life of a youth both academically and personally with the support of Neighborhood House staff and other motivated volunteers in a group setting as you help youth succeed.
LOCATION Virtual tutoring sessions via Zoom
APPLYING Anyone interested in volunteering for this position should complete our Volunteer Inquiry Form: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/4273072/Volunteer-Interest-Form, so that we can learn more about you.
For questions about this, or any other Neighborhood House volunteer positions, contact Neighborhood House Volunteer Services at nhvolunteers@nhwa.org.
1225 S Weller St, Suite 510, Seattle, WA 98144, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Neighborhood House is to help diverse communities of people with limited resources attain their goals for self-sufficiency, financial independence, health, and community building.
Description
We provide free services that are culturally and linguistically relevant to immigrants, refugees, public housing residents, and low-income community members in King County. Neighborhood House was founded in Seattle by the National Council of Jewish Women in 1906, and for 114 years has fought to end the cycles of poverty, racism, and social inequities.
We want to lift children out of poverty. We want them to be healthy and ready to be successful in school and life. We want these children grow up in safe and supportive homes and neighborhoods.
We want to lift families out of poverty by creating opportunities for economic self-sufficiency and asset building.
We want seniors to live healthy, independent lives with respect and dignity, surrounded by friends and a supportive community.
We want to build strong and vibrant communities where everyone feels an attachment to their neighbors and neighborhood, where they work together to solve problems and celebrate their cultural diversity.
And finally, we want to create a greener, more sustainable community where low income families live in neighborhoods that are free of pollution and buffered from rising energy costs.
Children & Youth
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity, with no fixed address.
