Monday, September 10, 2012

Volunteer Opportunity: At New Futures

Volunteer Opportunity: At New Futures
Although Arbor Heights is the site closest to Evergreen, there are two other sites with After School Programs: Woodridge Park (in Boulevard Park) and Windsor Heights (in Seatac). If students are interested in volunteering at either of those sites, they are looking for tutors as well.

Supervisor: Site/Academic Coordinator

Responsibilities:

• Assist children with prescribed reading and math programs

• Assist with set-up of special projects, snacks and cleanup

• Attend required training and orientation

• Meet agreed time commitment

• Maintain confidentiality of children and their families

Qualifications:

• A New Futures tutor will be dependable

• Possess good English reading and speaking skills

• Display and open, caring, and non-discriminatory attitude

• Pass Washington State Patrol Background Check

Time Commitment:

• Minimum of one day per week, Monday-Friday

• Three consecutive months

• Available 3:45 PM until 6:00PM

• After-school programs run October-June

Benefits:

• Become a positive role model and mentor to children

• Help children succeed socially and academically

• Gain formal recommendations for future endeavors

• Gain skills in problem solving, planning, supervising, and teaching

Purpose: Tutors work with New Futures children in the after school program, one-on-one throughout the school year, helping to improve reading, math, life and social skills. Tutors are instructed and trained to handle their tasks.

Please contact:
Tia Landes
Academic Coordinator & Family Advocate
New Futures /Arbor Heights Apartments
135 SW 116th St, A-208
Seattle, WA 98146

telephone: 206.244.0533
e-mail: tial@newfutures.org
webpage: www.newfutures.org

New Futures partners with families in their communities and with educators
to ensure that children succeed in school and in life.





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