Experience Corps Volunteer

California Jobs; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community initiative seeks dedicated volunteer tutors to inspire and educate young learners in early reading skills. This rewarding role offers the chance to make a measurable impact on students' literacy while developing transferable skills. Volunteers will engage with children in local schools, nurturing their self-esteem and fostering a love for learning. Join a team that values social connections and community contribution, making a difference in the lives of future generations. If you have a passion for education and are ready to commit to a meaningful experience, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Community Impact

Skill Development

Social Connections

Qualifications

• Passionate about education and reading.
• Commitment to complete necessary training.

Responsibilities

• Tutor students in essential early reading skills.
• Build positive relationships to motivate students.

Skills

Tutoring Skills

Communication Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Volunteer Tutor Position Description

Literacy volunteer tutors serve in local schools and out-of-school settings. They tutor in grades First through Third by providing tutoring in essential early reading skills. Additionally, Tutors build positive relationships that support, encourage, and motivate students. They are committed to a minimum of four hours per week, over two days a week, for the entire school year, plus additional time for required training.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Work with designated students in either one-on-one or small groups of children
• Tutor students using AARP Foundation Experience Corps-approved curriculum and materials
• Model appropriate behavior for children
• Nurture students' self-esteem and a positive attitude toward learning

How does becoming a volunteer tutor benefit you?

• Make a measurable impact on students' literacy
• Learn and develop new, transferable skills such as technology
• Work with a team making strong social connections
• Inspire, educate, and motivate future generations
• Contribute to your community in a meaningful way

What does it take to become a volunteer tutor?

• Be an older adult age 50 and older
• Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Agree to complete criminal background checks and tuberculosis tests
• Be passionate about education, children, and reading
• Successfully complete pre-service training

Listen to what our volunteers have to say:

"The Program provided all of the necessary guidelines, tools, tutoring tips, needed to successfully engage the children in learning to read."

Susan, Volunteer Tutor

"I thought the AARP Experience Corps program was very well-conceived and executed, that the training and leadership was well done, and that the experience of tutoring was very rewarding."

Eric, Volunteer Tutor

This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, political affiliation, or in most instances, religion. It is also unlawful to retaliate against any person who, or organization that, files a complaint about such discrimination.