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Flexible Schedule
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Esparto, CA 95627
One in six Yolo County residents cannot read and write sufficiently to carry out day-to-day activities at work and home. Adult literacy tutors provide one-on-one tutoring to an adult in their community. Tutors assist adult learners to meet their personal reading and writing goals such as reading to their children, completing a written driver license exam, creating a resume or acquiring new computer skills. We currently have adults in Esparto waiting for a tutor. Training, support and materials are provided by Yolo Reads staff. Yolo Reads is a free program of the Yolo County Library. *MUST BE A RESIDENT OF YOLO COUNTY OR IMMEDIATE SURROUNDING COUNTIES (SACRAMENTO, SOLANO, etc.)
Date Posted: 2024-04-18
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Flexible Schedule
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Esparto, CA 95627
Position Overview and Impact: Provide classes to community members in using computers, accessing Library online services, using computer software programs, social media, and other common programs. This is a great position for people who love sharing their tech knowledge and who have or would like to develop teaching skills. Volunteers will be provided with a general outline for the computer classes. Key Responsibilities: Provide classes on using computers and accessing digital information including information available at yolocountylibrary.org. Follow the general outline provided and provide feedback to library staff. Assist patrons in using other Microsoft software and specialized software. Based on observation of common user needs and questions, suggest potential classes. Qualifications: Patience and organizational skills Good oral communication skills Bilingual a plus (Spanish, Russian, Chinese) Enjoys working with others Willing and able to follow directions Knowledge of computers, internet, cloud-based programs, and mobile devices. Must be a resident of Yolo County or immediate surrounding counties (Sacramento, Solano, etc.) Training and Support Provided: Orientation, instruction, and regular review with a staff member are provided. Time Commitment: 2 to 3 hours a week for a minimum of 6 months. We can work around your schedule - times are flexible. Benefits of Volunteering: Opportunity to increase skills in teaching digital literacy skills and learning library-related technology. Satisfaction of providing a much-needed service to the library and the community. Chances to meet new people, help others, and work in a pleasant environment.
Date Posted: 2024-04-18
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Flexible Schedule
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Esparto, CA 95627
The Yolo County Library seeks to engage the talents, skills, and commitment of volunteers to serve the communities’ information and literacy needs. Libraries offer a variety of skilled volunteer opportunities to make a meaningful contribution to our library English as a Second Language (ESL) program. Skilled ESL volunteers have opportunities to lead projects, work with Library staff and volunteers, learn new skills, and have fun. We currently have adults in Esparto, Davis, Knights Landing, Winters and West Sacramento waiting for a volunteer tutor. Training, support, and materials are provided by Yolo Library staff. *MUST BE A RESIDENT OF YOLO COUNTY OR IMMEDIATE SURROUNDING COUNTIES (SACRAMENTO, SOLANO, etc.) *BILINGUAL IS PREFERRED Contact Nancy Pacheco for details (530) 666-8019 | Nancy.pacheco@yolocounty.org
Date Posted: 2024-04-18
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Flexible Schedule
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Esparto, CA 95627
Create an impact in YOUR community by joining our team of volunteers as an ESL tutor! Help non-english speakers gain the necessary English language skills to advocate for themselves and their loved ones in their day to day lives. Volunteers will: -Meet weekly (Virtually or In Person) with an Adult Learner or a small group of Adult Learners to help them learn English and identify their goals. -Work with Yolo Reads and Library Staff to find tutoring materials and resources. -Assist in tracking student needs and progress by completing monthly reports as well as attend volunteer trainings and meetings Volunteers need: -Age minimum of 18, but no experience required. We welcome both experienced and novice tutors. Good use of technology and video conference apps -Motivated to help learners achieve their goals Bonus Points: Fluency or bilingualism in another language (especially Arabic, Russian and Spanish) *MUST BE A RESIDENT OF YOLO COUNTY OR IMMEDIATE SURROUNDING COUNTIES (SACRAMENTO, SOLANO, etc.)
Date Posted: 2024-04-18
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Flexible Schedule
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Esparto, CA 95627
Help adult English language learners practice their English conversation in a friendly and relaxed environment. Facilitators engage in fun and thought-provoking activities while promoting dialogue which provides English learners with the valuable opportunity to learn new vocabulary, hear and engage in English language conversation, and learn more about the diversity of American culture. English conversation groups are a program of the Yolo County Library. *MUST BE A RESIDENT OF YOLO COUNTY OR IMMEDIATE SURROUNDING COUNTIES (SACRAMENTO, SOLANO, etc.)
Date Posted: 2024-04-18
