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2024-04-08
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2024-06-30
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Chicago, IL 60640
Our volunteers are currently working with participants remotely via Zoom, WhatsApp, Skype, etc. We serve refugees, asylum-seekers, and immigrants from around the world: Ukraine, Afghanistan, Burma, Mexico, Sudan, Syria, Ecuador and Venezuela. The Vocational English Language Training (VELT) team is specifically looking for volunteers who are available tutor one-on-one digitally or in person once or twice a week. Our tutors work with adult participants on basic English literacy, conversational English, job interview practice, Citizenship preparation, and more. Program requirements: Commit to 1-3 hours a week for at least 3 months. Attend a virtual Heartland new volunteer orientation on Zoom. Complete a free, 12-hour pre-service Tutor Essentials tutor training through Literacy Works. This training will provide you with the tools to be a successful English tutor for our program participants. Become a mandated reporter through the Illinois Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS). Volunteer Application: RICS Uptown Volunteer Application Form (office.com) Must be an Illinois resident due to funder requirements A background check is required. This project was made possible by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a division of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds designated for literacy
Date Posted: 2024-04-08
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Flexible Schedule
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Chicago, IL 60634
Volunteers English Language tutors are needed to work with new arrivals on their basic English language and literacy skills. We have opportunities to work in-person with adults on weekdays during the day. We also need tutors who will meet online using Zoom, WhatsApp, Google Meets at various times on weekdays and weekends to accommodate student schedules. We serve refugees, asylees and immigrants from around the globe including Ukraine, Afghanistan, Venezuela, Myanmar, Syria, Haiti, Congo and numerous African and Central and South American countries. Bilingual skills are not necessary. Free training is provided. Program requirements: Commit to 2 hours a week for 6 months or more. Attend a virtual Heartland new volunteer orientation on Zoom. Complete a free, 12-hour pre-service Tutor Essentials tutor training through Literacy Works. This training will provide you with the tools to be a successful English tutor. Attend ongoing volunteer training at least twice a year. Become a mandated reporter through the Illinois Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS). Must live or work in Illinois. Be willing to submit to a background check. If interested, respond to volunteer match or complete this volunteer interest form: https://forms.office.com/r/mzhJ1Ncm1q This project was made possible by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a division of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds designated for literacy
Date Posted: 2024-04-11
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Flexible Schedule
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Chicago, IL 60634
Would you like to help someone in your community prepare for their naturalization interview to become a U.S. citizen? Join us at Heartland Alliance! Heartland works with refugees, immigrants, and asylum-seekers from all over the world. VELT (Vocational Education Language Training) team is specifically looking for volunteers who are available to tutor one-on-one digitally once or twice a week for one or two hours. Volunteers are expected to commit a minimum of 3 months but a longer length of service is very valuable. We offer free tutor trainings and in-service trainings to all of our volunteers. Program requirements: Complete a volunteer application Complete a phone interview Attend a virtual Heartland new volunteer orientation on Zoom. Complete a free, 12-hour pre-service Tutor Essentials training. This training provides the tools you will need to be a successful English tutor for our participants. Observe one Heartland ESL class (virtual or in-person) Become a mandated reporter through the Illinois Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS). Must live or work in Illinois per funders guidelines. A background check is required. This project was made possible by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a division of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds designated for literacy
Date Posted: 2024-04-11
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Flexible Schedule
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Chicago, IL 60645
Refugee resettlement agency is seeking mentors for refugee youth aged 16-24. Assist and encourage your new friend as they navigate some of the biggest decisions of their life! Meet virtually, in person, or both. You’ll receive tons of training, support, and opportunities to learn more about the refugee experience. Orientations every 6-8 weeks- get started today!
Date Posted: 2024-04-02
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2024-04-08
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2024-06-30
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Virtual Opportunity
Heartland Human Care Serivces's Program is looking for a mentor from Illinois to help refugees with her interview skills and navigating the American hiring system! Our participants are adult immigrants and refugees who have been relocated to Illinois, most in the Chicago area. Most participants are seeking ESL tutoring online (Skype, Zoom, WhatsApp, Viber) A small number of participants want in-person tutoring at one of our sites or a library. Participants' English language needs range from very beginning (ABC's, reading, writing) to more advanced learners (conversation, vocabulary building, grammar), with the focus on interview skills. We try to match students to the tutors' skills and preferences whenever possible. Heartland provides volunteer tutors with 12 hours of free tutor training and 3 hours of orientation to our program. * (Which you can be exempt from if you already have qualified training)
Date Posted: 2024-04-08
