- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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28 people are interested
Volunteer Reader for the "Read With Kids" program
ORGANIZATION: WASHTENAW PROMISE INC
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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28 people are interested
Washtenaw Promise is a non-profit organization with a mission to improve educational opportunities for children. We work primarily with young children, ages 3-6, who live in and attend schools in Washtenaw County. We are looking for volunteers for our Read with Kids program this fall/winter. Our Read with Kids program focuses on reading and literacy. We have partnered with The Children's Literacy Network to create an experience that is fun and educational for both students and volunteers. The Read with Kids program is designed to give students an opportunity for more one-on-one or small group reading time with an adult. Our goal is to reinforce reading skills and to help kids develop an even greater love of books and written language. Washtenaw Promise provides training to help every volunteer feel comfortable and successfully implement the program. We ask that volunteers dedicate at least one hour of their time a week. We hope that you will consider joining this program.
1 Shift
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morning /
08:00 AM to 09:30 AM
We are looking for morning volunteers M-F to spend about an hour with students.
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About WASHTENAW PROMISE INC
Location:
8949 Whittaker rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to empower children in our community who are facing serious obstacles, to help raise their potential for success in the family, in school and in their world. Washtenaw Promise works with children, young families, schools and the community, to remove barriers such as the stresses of poverty, social injustice, and emotional challenges.
Description
Our "Big Friends" mentoring program places student volunteers into local preschools to work directly with kids and teachers. The "Penpal" program connects volunteers with a preschool student to exchange hand-written letters and drawings. Penpals encourage language development, the practice of writing, and recognition of letters, as well as inspiring imagination, creativity and self-confidence. Our "Read With Kids" program is designed to give students an opportunity for more one-on-one or small group reading time with an adult. Our intention is to work with teachers to reinforce reading skills and to help kids develop an even greater love of books and written language.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Ypsilanti, MI 48197
DATE POSTED
September 19, 2023
SKILLS
- Tutoring
- Mentoring
- Literacy / Reading
- Child Development
- Reading / Writing
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- We are looking for people who can commit to at least 1 hour per week.
- Volunteers will also be required to complete a short training along with a clearance and confidentiality form.