Tutors 50+ Needed at Sankofa Academy

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ORGANIZATION: Experience Corps Bay Area

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EXPERIENCE CORPS is an innovative intergenerational tutoring and mentoring program. We train adults 50 and over as tutors and mentors, with a focus on improving student literacy in grades K-3. We are currently recruiting new members to make a difference in the lives of Oakland youth at Sankofa Academy!

Come join Experience Corps at Sankofa and become a part of the team that is actively supporting this school, and discover how YOU can make a measurable impact in the life of a child.

Monthly stipends are available to members serving a minimum of 10 hours a week.

We welcome you to become a part of this work as a volunteer at Sankofa Academy!

Call (415) 759-4223, email ecba.today@gmail.com, or respond to this posting for an application.

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About Experience Corps Bay Area

Location:

481 O’Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102, US

Mission Statement

Experience Corps Bay Area (ECBA) engages older adults (50+) as tutors and mentors in order to increase literacy skills of children in grades K-3.

Description

Now in 20 cities, Experience Corps works to solve the serious social problem of illiteracy. Today, more than 2,000 Corps volunteers serve as tutors and mentors in urban public schools, teaching children to read and develop the confidence to succeed in school and in life. Research shows that Experience Corps boosts student academic performance, helps schools become more successful, strengthens ties between schools and surrounding neighborhoods, and enhances the well-being of the volunteers in the process.

What we offer:
  • K-3 literacy tutoring
  • Flexible Monday through Friday volunteer shifts
  • Complete training provided

A winning volunteer experience is based on realistic expectations. What we need from you:

  • Highschool Graduate/GED required
  • Conversational English required
  • Commit as little as 4 hours/week

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Education & Literacy
Seniors
Children & Youth, Education & Literacy, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

581 61st StreetOakland, CA 94609

(37.847164,-122.26447)
 

DATE POSTED

December 7, 2017

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 50
  • Orientation or Training
  • 4+ hours/week

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