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Flexible Schedule
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Bronx, NY 10451
OVERVIEW South Bronx United Education Interns work closely with SBU educational staff in coordinating and supervising the SBU After School Mentoring Program. The program provides homework help and academic enrichment activities for approximately 80 youth ages 10-15. Interns work 3-5 days a week from 3:30-6:00 pm and get hands-on experience administering an educational program, counseling and mentoring youth, and developing educational resources. The internship is perfect for those looking to gain experience in the fields of education, school counseling, and social work. WHEN Fall Internship: early/mid September - December Spring Internship: early/mid January - May WHERE Bronx Legacy High School 730 Concourse Village West, Floor 2 Bronx, New York 10451 COMMITMENT A minimum of 3 days a week from 3:30-6:00, Monday-Friday for at least one semester. TRAINING All interns will receive training from our Director of Education and Social Worker prior to working in the classroom. BENEFITS While the position is unpaid, interns have the opportunity to work directly with veteran educators and a licensed master of social work in an educational setting. Interns will get hands-on experience in developing learning resources, managing a classroom, and working with students who have the greatest educational and/or emotional needs. Interns will have the opportunity to learn how to read and understand students' Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). RESPONSIBILITIES Interns assist in three major program areas. Depending on the specific interests and skill set of the intern the job can be focused on one or more of these areas: Education Provide mentoring to youth within the program with a focus on Special Education students Support staff with classroom management Help build the database of educational resources and develop lesson plans Support the Education Director in building a middle school curriculum Programmatic Track student behavioral incidents and progress Organize and maintain classroom space, program records and academic resources Support staff in tracking academic progress at mentoring and school Assist with volunteer recruitment and management Counseling Help resolve conflicts between youth and manage behavior Work with you in setting behavioral goals QUALIFICATIONS Enthusiastic and caring with a specific interest in social work, counseling, and youth empowerment. Should have a background in working with youth. Education, social work, psychology, sociology, or related majors are preferred. No soccer background necessary.
Date Posted: Nov 28, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Bronx, NY 10451
OVERVIEW SBU College Prep Mentors provide program youth with the tools necessary to graduate high school and attend college. College Prep Mentors are matched with 2-3 SBU high school seniors as they prepare for senior year exams and navigate the college application process. Mentors focus primarily on assisting with applications, but may be called on to provide support with SAT/ACT and Regents exam preparation. Mentors promote the importance of education and serve as positive role models in youths' lives. WHEN Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00pm, September - June WHERE Bronx Legacy High School 730 Concourse Village West, Floor 2 Bronx, New York 10451 COMMITMENT Mentors are asked to commit to one evening a week for 2 hours for the entirety of the school year (Sept-June). However, if a mentor would like to be more involved, he/she is always welcome. QUALIFICATIONS South Bronx United is looking for highly motivated, energetic volunteers who want to make a difference in the lives of South Bronx youth. Volunteers should have gone through the college application process themselves, with a preference for those who have already obtained a bachelor's degree. It's not expected that mentors will be experts on the process, but they should be willing to work hard to help students with finding answers and staying on track throughout the process. TRAINING An orientation and training will be held before the start of the program to provide an overview of the program and start to cover some of the ins and outs of the application process. Further training will be held throughout the year to cover specific topic areas of the application process in more depth. BENEFITS In addition to helping provide the resources and support to allow underserved students to thrive in school, SBU is happy to connect with your school to see if your volunteer hours can work towards school service or academic requirements. BEYOND MENTORING The boys and girls participating in the program are also members of the South Bronx United Travel Soccer Teams. Mentors are welcome and encouraged to come out and see a game or get involved in a practice as youth are extremely passionate about the sport and it's a great way to connect with the youth.
Date Posted: Nov 28, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
OVERVIEW Post Secondary Success Mentors will be matched to an alumnus of the South Bronx United's Academy program, most will be either in college or a recent college graduate. Mentors will support the mentee through the career planning and career search process. This would include reviewing resumes and cover letters, discussing potential career paths, reviewing internship and job opportunities, and mentoring them on best approaches to the job search, interviews, and more. Mentors will communicate with the mentee through email, phone calls, and in-person meetings. SBU is looking for volunteers with a range of professional backgrounds; as volunteers are matched with alumni with related career paths, we cannot guarantee immediate matches. WHEN Once a month, at the convenience of mentors/mentees. COMMITMENT Mentors commit to holding at least one meeting, remote or in-person, per month with their mentee. Occasional training sessions and meetings with staff are held. Mentors are expected to commit to at least one calendar year of support; since pairings are rolling and made according to career interests of the alumnus, the start of a mentoring year may vary. QUALIFICATIONS Mentors will often be matched with a mentee who has career interest in the same professional area. Ideally mentors have served as mentors or managers in other professional contexts. TRAINING An orientation and training will be held with the College Success Coordinator and Director of College Guidance and Alumni. BENEFITS In addition to helping provide the resources and support to allow underserved students to thrive in school, SBU is happy to connect with your school to see if your volunteer hours can work towards school service or academic requirements.
Date Posted: Nov 28, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Bronx, NY 10451
OVERVIEW South Bronx United College Prep Interns work closely with SBU educational staff in coordinating and supervising the SBU College Prep Program. The program provides academic support and mentorship for approximately 60 students in grades 9-11. Interns work 3 days a week and get hands-on experience administering an educational program, tracking student progress towards college, and advising students on academic needs. The internship is perfect for those looking to gain experience in the fields of educational administration and school counseling. WHEN Fall Internship: early/mid September - December Spring Internship: early/mid January - May WHERE Bronx Legacy High School 730 Concourse Village West, Floor 2 Bronx, New York 10451 COMMITMENT A minimum of 3 days a week for one semester. 5:45-8pm on Mondays and Wednesdays is required. 3rd day is flexible. TRAINING All interns will receive training from our Director of College Access and Success and/or High School Education Director. BENEFITS While the position is unpaid, interns have the opportunity to work directly with our education directors and learn firsthand best practices for ensuring a pathway to college for all students. RESPONSIBILITIES Track program attendance of all students Family outreach/student outreach to improve student attendance at programs Manage procurement and entry of student records and documents(transcripts, report cards, tax returns, waivers) Research important college prep resources needed for each student (relevant scholarships, trade schools, additional SAT Prep & Regents Prep resources, GED options) QUALIFICATIONS Enthusiastic and caring with a specific interest in education, and youth empowerment. Should have a background in working with youth. No soccer background necessary.
Date Posted: Nov 28, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Bronx, NY 10451
OVERVIEW South Bronx United is looking for highly motivated, energetic volunteers who want to make a difference in the lives of South Bronx youth. Academic Mentors work one-on-one or in small groups (3-4 students) of boys and girls in the SBU Academy to provide homework help and support the youth in reaching their grade levels in math and the English language arts. Academic Mentors meet with the boys and girls, ages 11-15, for 2 hours on a set day every week. Mentors generally work with the same students week-to-week, having the opportunity to build relationships with the kids and serve as a positive adult role model in their lives. WHEN Dates: September - June After School Hours: Monday-Friday, 3:45-5:45pm WHERE In-Person: Bronx Legacy High School 730 Concourse Village West, Floor 2 Bronx, New York 10451 COMMITMENT While the program runs every school day for at least 2 hours, Academic Mentors are only asked to commit to 2 hours, one day a week for one semester. However, if a mentor would like to be more involved, he/she is always welcome. TRAINING An orientation at the beginning of service will be run for all Academic Mentors to give general guidelines and best practices. Additionally a training will be held at or near the beginning of service to provide mentoring tips and to go over the specific needs of the student(s). BENEFITS In addition to helping provide the resources and support to allow underserved students to thrive in school, SBU is happy to connect with your school to see if your volunteer hours can work towards school service or academic requirements. BEYOND MENTORING Academic Mentors are welcome and encouraged to come out and see a game or get involved in a practice as youth are extremely passionate about the sport and it's a great way to connect with the youth.
Date Posted: Nov 28, 2023
