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VIRTUAL: Volunteer Math Tutor
ORGANIZATION: EnCorps STEM Teachers Program
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EnCorps STEMx Tutors will provide academic assistance to middle school students in low-income communities. These students are currently underperforming in math (Foundational Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I). In order to prepare them for the rigor of high school mathematics, STEMx Tutors will provide them access to quality education that will help them break the cycle of income barriers, pursue higher education, and secure jobs in the 21st century. Want to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders? Join EnCorps today!
STEMx Volunteer Expectations:
Frequency: 2 virtual tutoring sessions per week
Intensity: 1 hour per session
Duration: Two consecutive semesters (volunteers can continue further if they want to)
In order to be considered for a STEMx tutor position, volunteers must meet one of the below eligibility scenarios:
Have a bachelor's degree with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (does not have to be in a STEM field) and have at least 1 year of hands-on STEM industry work experience
Have an advanced degree in a STEM field
Junior or senior in a college-accredited STEM bachelor's program with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
Hold a professional certificate in a STEM field and have at least 1 year of hands-on STEM work experience current or former credentialed math teacher
Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes
Time Commitment: 1-hour session twice a week for two consecutive semesters. Volunteers can optionally stay in the program for longer.
Onboarding Process: Application, screening, background check, and orientation. Average onboarding takes about 1 week.
Physical Requirements: This project is able to make accommodations for individuals with physical limitations.
Note: In addition to registering through HandsOn San Diego, interested volunteers should additionally apply on their website.
EnCorps STEM Teachers Program
The EnCorps STEM Teachers Program is an organization of STEM professionals providing high quality education to close achievement gaps for students in low income communities.
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About EnCorps STEM Teachers Program
Location:
608 Meyer Lane, Los Angeles, CA 90278, US
Mission Statement
WE ARE STEM PROFESSIONALS PROVIDING HIGH QUALITY EDUCATION TO CLOSE ACHIEVEMENT GAPS FOR STUDENTS IN LOW INCOME COMMUNITIES
Description
Founded in 2007, EnCorps Inc. is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit with operations in California as well the greater Denver, Colorado and New York City areas. EnCorps connects highly effective STEM educators with public school students to counter the systemic injustice preventing children in under-resourced communities from accessing a high-quality STEM education. The EnCorps STEM Teachers Program(r) recruits, selects and supports STEM professionals and experts in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields as well as individuals who possess an advanced STEM degree to transition to teaching as an innovative, long-term solution to the STEM teacher shortage and to counter the alarming lack of math proficiency of middle and high school students nationwide. The EnCorps STEMx Tutors Program matches middle school students, currently under-performing in math, with volunteer STEM professionals, subject-matter experts and STEM college students to increase math skills and confidence prior to students entering high school.
CAUSE AREAS
Children & Youth
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Mon May 20, 2024 - Wed Dec 31, 2025
12:01 AM - 11:59 PM
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DATE POSTED
May 5, 2025
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