Math Literacy Volunteer, CAMBA Education Center

CAMBA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community organization seeks a Math Literacy Volunteer to support adult education in Brooklyn. This role involves collaborating with teachers, providing tutoring, and helping students develop essential math skills. Volunteers will engage with diverse learners, enhancing their educational journey and contributing to the community's growth. Ideal candidates are passionate about teaching, possess strong interpersonal skills, and are comfortable using technology. Join a dedicated team making a real difference in the lives of individuals seeking to improve their skills and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years old with college-level communication skills.
• Experience in teaching, tutoring, or mentoring is preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google applications is a must.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to reinforce learning and assist students.
• Conduct tutoring services for individuals and small groups.
• Promote library resources and assist in problem-solving exercises.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teaching Experience

Tutoring Skills

Basic Computation Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Bilingual (French, Haitian Creole, Spanish, Arabic, or Russian)

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

TESOL Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Google Docs

Internet Proficiency

Job description

Who We Are:CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 73,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth.CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are in living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.

The CAMBA Education Center offers English classes to individuals who are at least 16 years old, who are not enrolled or required to be enrolled in the New York City public school system, and who live or work in the Flatbush/East Flatbush communities of Brooklyn, New York. Each year, over 1,000 people from Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, and Latin America enroll in our ESOL classes. In general, we provide our English learners with the type of educational, case management, career counseling, and technical services that can help them realize their family, educational, employment, and/or other personal goals.

Position: Math Literacy Volunteer

Reports To: Supervisor of Student Affairs

Location: 10 Snyder Avenue ( aka 955 Flatbush Avenue) 3rd Floor Brooklyn NY 11226

What The Math Literacy Volunteer Does:

• Collaborate with the Adult Education Teacher to reinforce learning.
• Help students with work or school projects.
• Help students develop basic computation and problem-solving skills.
• Supplement classroom instruction and conduct tutoring services with individual students or small groups.
• Conduct educational or interactive exercises with individuals and/or groups.
• Promote the use of library resources.
• Help students identify and utilize supplemental media resources.
• Volunteers are encouraged to attend staff meetings and on-site professional development sessions when available.
• Volunteers may choose to explore professional publications or resources to stay informed about current teaching methods and best practices.

Minimum Education/Experience Required:

• Be at least 19 years old.
• Ability to communicate at college level.
• Be comfortable using computer equipment, smart phones, and the Internet.
• Have a commitment to helping people improve their skills.
• Have good interpersonal skills. Experience in teaching, tutoring, or mentoring.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Google Docs.
• Literacy in other Microsoft Office and Google applications.

Other Requirements:

• Have a background or interest in basic skills instruction or adult education. (Preferred Not Required)
• Possession of TESOL or education degree. (Preferred Not Required)
• Bilingual in either French, Haitian Creole, Spanish, Arabic, or Russian. (Preferred Not Required)
• Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree. (Preferred Not Required)

Compensation: $0
When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate.This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.

Status: Part-time (3 hours per week) (Shifts: 9AM-12PM or 1PM-4PM)

CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.