Become a Homework Helper at The Boys' Club of New York

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Homework Help volunteers provide academic support to small groups of BCNY members of various ages ensuring that members complete their homework and use good study skills.

Responsibilities:

• Manage small working groups of boys during drop-in 'Homework Help’ sessions and in study halls
• Provide academic support in English, Language Arts, or Math for students in K-12
• Help members answer specific questions, keep members focused, on task, and reinforce necessary basic learning skills as needed
• Refer individual members in need of further assistance to the Educational Director for additional support
• Follow designated schedule and curriculum with routine for students
• Support the success of the ongoing needs and interests of members and parents and review/revise programs to meet their needs

Qualifications:

• Education, Social Work, Psychology, English, and other highly relevant majors are encouraged to apply
• Interest in pursuing a career working with or instructing youth
• Commit to sharing knowledge and contributing to youth and community development
• Willing and able to share experience and serve as a role model and mentor to members
• Knowledge of NYC standards is a plus