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Promise Neighborhood Initiative After School Tutor
ORGANIZATION: Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
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Location: In person / virtual hybrid - HB Lee Middle School: 1121 NE 172nd Ave, Portland, OR 97230
Schedule: After school from 2:45 - 5:00pm. Once or twice a week, days can be chosen by volunteer
Program Description:
IRCO's Promise Neighborhoods Initiative (PNI) coordinates a two-generation (parent and child)
continuum of support focused on increasing student performance and family resilience. PNI and its
partners approach their work with a shared commitment to achieving equity through the provision of
culturally specific and responsive best practices and an implementation framework grounded in a strong
evidence base.
Position Summary:
This volunteer will help students (grades 6-8) with their homework for all academic subjects including
Math, Writing, Reading, Literature, and Science. Volunteer should have English language skills, be able
to help students gain confidence in academic subjects and teach students how to effectively work on
and complete homework tasks. This program is looking for a friendly, kind and positive person who is
willing to help students learn.
Qualifications:
* Positive, Energetic and committed to the role
* General knowledge of academic subjects
* Willing to drive to HB Lee Middle School
* Must have experience and comfortability working with diverse and multi-cultural populations
Time Commitment: At least 3 months to 1 year commitment
Requirements:
* Must be 18 or older
* Must pass background check from Reynolds School District
To Apply: Submit a Volunteer Application Form or contact volunteer@irco.org
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About Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
Location:
10301 NE Glisan St. Portland (Main Office), 4424 NE Glisan St. Portland (Asian Family Center), Portland, OR 97220, US
Mission Statement
To promote the integration of refugees, immigrants, and the community at large into a self-sufficient, healthy and inclusive multi-ethnic society.
Description
The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants and refugees in Portland, Oregon. IRCO assists individuals and families successfully navigate their lives from cradle through career. IRCO provides programs and volunteer opportunities in the following areas:
- Employment Preparation and Literacy
- Employment Skills Training
- Employment Placement Services
- Youth Employment Services
- Family and Domestic Violence Services
- Youth Academic and Employment Services
- Senior Services
- Health Education and Advocacy
- Interpretation and Translation Services
- Community Development Services
CAUSE AREAS
Education & Literacy,
Immigrants & Refugees
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
1121 Northeast 172nd AvenueHB Lee Middle SchoolPortland, OR 97230
(45.53157 ,-122.48719 )
DATE POSTED
February 27, 2023
SKILLS
- Tutoring
- Youth Services
- Child Development
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 3 months minimum
- • Positive, Energetic and committed to the role • General knowledge of academic subjects • Willing to drive to HB Lee Middle School • Must have experience and comfortability working with diverse and multi-cultural populations