Opportunities From: HandsOn Twin Cities

Volunteer: Adult ESL Co-Teacher/Class Assistant (Saint Paul)

Adult ESL Co-Teacher/Class Assistant (Saint Paul)

Are you interested in leading small groups of ESL/ELL learners? Would you like to support adult immigrants and refugees who are improving their ability to speak, listen, read, and write English? Do you enjoy working with people of diverse ethnicities and backgrounds? Then this might be the perfect opportunity for you! 

Duties: 

Work under the direction and support of a staff teacher to support a group of adult English learners from diverse backgrounds. Work independently with small groups of learners (up to 9 students) on activities and curriculum provided by the teacher.  Collaborate with the learners, teachers and other volunteers to create a learning community to meet the needs and goals of learners.Teaching experience helpful but not required.  Commit to at least one 2+ hour shift a week for at least 3 months. Shifts are 9am to noon. Within 6 months of placement, volunteers must complete a 12-hour LitMN-sponsored, and State of MN compliant Foundations Training to be fully prepared to teach.

Join us!

No experience or diploma needed - we’ll provide all necessary training. English speakers of all levels are welcome and encouraged to volunteer. Must be 18 years old to volunteer. Ability to commit to 2-3 hours per week for at least 3 months required. We strongly encourage volunteers who are people of color, indigenous, immigrants and refugees, LGBTQIA2S+ and people with disabilities.

For more information or to get started, please fill out this brief application: https://www.literacymn.org/volunteerapplication or email Meghan Boyle at mboyle@literacymn.org with questions.

Nonprofit: Literacy Minnesota

Adult ESL Co-Teacher/Class Assistant (Saint Paul)

Are you interested in leading small groups of ESL/ELL learners? Would you like to support adult immigrants and refugees who are improving their ability to speak, listen, read, and write English? Do you enjoy working with people of diverse ethnicities and backgrounds? Then this might be the perfect opportunity for you! 

Duties: 

Work under the direction and support of a staff teacher to support a group of adult English learners from diverse backgrounds. Work independently with small groups of learners (up to 9 students) on activities and curriculum provided by the teacher.  Collaborate with the learners, teachers and other volunteers to create a learning community to meet the needs and goals of learners.Teaching experience helpful but not required.  Commit to at least one 2+ hour shift a week for at least 3 months. Shifts are 9am to noon. Within 6 months of placement, volunteers must complete a 12-hour LitMN-sponsored, and State of MN compliant Foundations Training to be fully prepared to teach.

Join us!

No experience or diploma needed - we’ll provide all necessary training. English speakers of all levels are welcome and encouraged to volunteer. Must be 18 years old to volunteer. Ability to commit to 2-3 hours per week for at least 3 months required. We strongly encourage volunteers who are people of color, indigenous, immigrants and refugees, LGBTQIA2S+ and people with disabilities.

For more information or to get started, please fill out this brief application: https://www.literacymn.org/volunteerapplication or email Meghan Boyle at mboyle@literacymn.org with questions.

Nonprofit: Literacy Minnesota

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55106

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer ESL/ELL Co-Teacher

Volunteer ESL/ELL Co-Teacher

Partner with people in your community who are learning English. Meet new people and work with them to build literacy skills and achieve their goals.

Join our community of learners! Literacy Minnesota is seeking volunteer co-teachers and assistants to support an adult English Language program at Hiawatha Collegiate High School, 3500 E. 28th St., Minneapolis, MN.

REQUIREMENTS

Comfort working in partnership with one other volunteer co-teacher to lead a class with curriculum and strong direction from a teacher provided.Skilled at connecting with people of diverse races, ethnicities, and backgrounds. Desire to work cooperatively to meet the needs of participants. Teaching experiences helpful but not required. Training in the Foundations of Adult Literacy and the class curriculum is provided by Literacy Minnesota

Join us!

No experience or diploma needed - we’ll provide all necessary training. English speakers of all levels are welcome and encouraged to volunteer. Must be 18 years old to volunteer. Ability to commit to 2-3 hours per week for at least 3 months required. We strongly encourage volunteers who are people of color, indigenous, immigrants and refugees, LGBTQIA2S+ and people with disabilities.

Interested? Fill out this short application: https://www.literacymn.org/volunteerapplication or email Meghan Boyle at mboyle@literacymn.org.


Nonprofit: Literacy Minnesota

Volunteer ESL/ELL Co-Teacher

Partner with people in your community who are learning English. Meet new people and work with them to build literacy skills and achieve their goals.

Join our community of learners! Literacy Minnesota is seeking volunteer co-teachers and assistants to support an adult English Language program at Hiawatha Collegiate High School, 3500 E. 28th St., Minneapolis, MN.

REQUIREMENTS

Comfort working in partnership with one other volunteer co-teacher to lead a class with curriculum and strong direction from a teacher provided.Skilled at connecting with people of diverse races, ethnicities, and backgrounds. Desire to work cooperatively to meet the needs of participants. Teaching experiences helpful but not required. Training in the Foundations of Adult Literacy and the class curriculum is provided by Literacy Minnesota

Join us!

No experience or diploma needed - we’ll provide all necessary training. English speakers of all levels are welcome and encouraged to volunteer. Must be 18 years old to volunteer. Ability to commit to 2-3 hours per week for at least 3 months required. We strongly encourage volunteers who are people of color, indigenous, immigrants and refugees, LGBTQIA2S+ and people with disabilities.

Interested? Fill out this short application: https://www.literacymn.org/volunteerapplication or email Meghan Boyle at mboyle@literacymn.org.


Nonprofit: Literacy Minnesota

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55406

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: GED Math and Reading/Writing Tutors

GED Math and Reading/Writing Tutors


Help your neighbors prepare for their GED and reach their educational goals! Volunteer as a pre-GED math or reading/writing tutor/co-teacher with the Open Door Learning Center - Minneapolis one day per week 10am-1pm; reading/writing on Mondays and Wednesdays, math on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 

Volunteers help learners develop skills and confidence in math or reading. You'll gain teaching experience while making a difference in the life of an adult learner. Volunteers are provided with a curriculum to follow and work with learners 1:1 or in small groups.

Our students are highly motivated and grateful for your help. Join us in making a difference in the community!

Apply at: https://www.literacymn.org/volunteerapplication or call (651) 251-9071 with questions. Open Door Minneapolis is a program of Literacy Minnesota.

Nonprofit: Literacy Minnesota

GED Math and Reading/Writing Tutors


Help your neighbors prepare for their GED and reach their educational goals! Volunteer as a pre-GED math or reading/writing tutor/co-teacher with the Open Door Learning Center - Minneapolis one day per week 10am-1pm; reading/writing on Mondays and Wednesdays, math on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 

Volunteers help learners develop skills and confidence in math or reading. You'll gain teaching experience while making a difference in the life of an adult learner. Volunteers are provided with a curriculum to follow and work with learners 1:1 or in small groups.

Our students are highly motivated and grateful for your help. Join us in making a difference in the community!

Apply at: https://www.literacymn.org/volunteerapplication or call (651) 251-9071 with questions. Open Door Minneapolis is a program of Literacy Minnesota.

Nonprofit: Literacy Minnesota

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55411

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Evening Volunteer Phonics Tutor/ESL Classroom Assistant

Volunteer Phonics Tutor/ESL Classroom Assistant

Are you looking for a way to connect in your community? Would you like to support adult refugees and immigrants who are improving their ability to speak, listen, read, and write English? Do you enjoy working with people of diverse ethnicities and backgrounds? Then this might be the perfect opportunity for you!

Duties:

Class assistants are partnered with a teacher who follows a curriculum and leads the class. Work individually and small groups with learners on basic phonics. Demonstrate an interest in and willingness to learn about language development. Work cooperatively with coordinators and other volunteers to meet the needs of the learners. Work cooperatively with leaners of diverse ethnicities and backgrounds. Listen actively and encourage learner participation. Within 3 months of placement, volunteers must complete a 4-hour LitMN-sponsored, and State of MN compliant Foundations Training to be fully prepared to assist.

Join us!

No experience or diploma needed - we’ll provide all necessary training. English speakers of all levels are welcome and encouraged to volunteer. Must be 18 years old to volunteer. Ability to commit to 2-3 hours per week for at least 3 months required. We strongly encourage volunteers who are people of color, indigenous, immigrants and refugees, LGBTQIA2S+ and people with disabilities.

For more information or to get started, please fill out this brief application: https://www.literacymn.org/volunteerapplication or email Meghan Boyle at mboyle@literacymn.org with questions.

Nonprofit: Literacy Minnesota

Volunteer Phonics Tutor/ESL Classroom Assistant

Are you looking for a way to connect in your community? Would you like to support adult refugees and immigrants who are improving their ability to speak, listen, read, and write English? Do you enjoy working with people of diverse ethnicities and backgrounds? Then this might be the perfect opportunity for you!

Duties:

Class assistants are partnered with a teacher who follows a curriculum and leads the class. Work individually and small groups with learners on basic phonics. Demonstrate an interest in and willingness to learn about language development. Work cooperatively with coordinators and other volunteers to meet the needs of the learners. Work cooperatively with leaners of diverse ethnicities and backgrounds. Listen actively and encourage learner participation. Within 3 months of placement, volunteers must complete a 4-hour LitMN-sponsored, and State of MN compliant Foundations Training to be fully prepared to assist.

Join us!

No experience or diploma needed - we’ll provide all necessary training. English speakers of all levels are welcome and encouraged to volunteer. Must be 18 years old to volunteer. Ability to commit to 2-3 hours per week for at least 3 months required. We strongly encourage volunteers who are people of color, indigenous, immigrants and refugees, LGBTQIA2S+ and people with disabilities.

For more information or to get started, please fill out this brief application: https://www.literacymn.org/volunteerapplication or email Meghan Boyle at mboyle@literacymn.org with questions.

Nonprofit: Literacy Minnesota

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55411

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Literacy Leadership AmeriCorps VISTA (Age 18 +)

Are you looking to make a difference in your community while gaining meaningful work experience? We are seeking motivated, passionate individuals who are ready to think creatively to help local programs develop, expand or enhance high-quality literacy services. As a Literacy Leader, you’ll spend one full year designing and carrying out initiatives in partnership with schools and community organizations. Your work will help people gain the skills they need to share their stories, achieve their goals and succeed in school and in the workforce.

 

As a Literacy Leader, you can work behind the scenes to create, enhance or expand literacy-focused programs for low-income, immigrant, or refugee children, youth, adults, or families. You will work side-by-side with seasoned professionals and committed volunteers at schools, community-based nonprofit organizations or local government agencies to build capacity for resource development, volunteer outreach, partnerships and content creation. In return, you will receive unique opportunities for personal and professional development, and for building marketable skills in a supportive environment.


Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years old Must be a U.S. citizen, national, legal permanent resident, asylee, or DACA recipient Available to serve one year, full-time, Monday through Friday, typically daytime hours Self-motivated, committed to serving communities in need, flexible, creative, strong communicator, organized Part-time employment or part-time classes are allowed with prior approval from Minnesota Literacy Council and your host site 


Benefits beyond service

Choice of $6,095 Education Award or $1,800 post-service stipend Bi-weekly living allowance of $472.22 Healthcare allowance of up to $7,900 $750 relocation allowance (if relocating more than 50 miles to serve) Service-related travel reimbursement

In addition to these benefits, Minnesota Literacy Leaders in our cohort receive individual professional development funds, monthly trainings, free produce shares with a local CSA, an Employee Assistance Program and subsidized Nice Ride memberships.

 

The application is a multi-step process. To apply, visit our website to find more information and links to the MyAmeriCorps applications for each Literacy Leadership Program location. Applications reviewed and positions are offered on a rolling basis until filled. Submit by our priority deadline, June 30, 2019.

Minnesota Literacy Council fosters an organizational culture that is welcoming and inclusive to all. See our full diversity and inclusion statement here: https://mnliteracy.org/about/diversity-inclusion

Nonprofit: Literacy Minnesota

Are you looking to make a difference in your community while gaining meaningful work experience? We are seeking motivated, passionate individuals who are ready to think creatively to help local programs develop, expand or enhance high-quality literacy services. As a Literacy Leader, you’ll spend one full year designing and carrying out initiatives in partnership with schools and community organizations. Your work will help people gain the skills they need to share their stories, achieve their goals and succeed in school and in the workforce.

 

As a Literacy Leader, you can work behind the scenes to create, enhance or expand literacy-focused programs for low-income, immigrant, or refugee children, youth, adults, or families. You will work side-by-side with seasoned professionals and committed volunteers at schools, community-based nonprofit organizations or local government agencies to build capacity for resource development, volunteer outreach, partnerships and content creation. In return, you will receive unique opportunities for personal and professional development, and for building marketable skills in a supportive environment.


Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years old Must be a U.S. citizen, national, legal permanent resident, asylee, or DACA recipient Available to serve one year, full-time, Monday through Friday, typically daytime hours Self-motivated, committed to serving communities in need, flexible, creative, strong communicator, organized Part-time employment or part-time classes are allowed with prior approval from Minnesota Literacy Council and your host site 


Benefits beyond service

Choice of $6,095 Education Award or $1,800 post-service stipend Bi-weekly living allowance of $472.22 Healthcare allowance of up to $7,900 $750 relocation allowance (if relocating more than 50 miles to serve) Service-related travel reimbursement

In addition to these benefits, Minnesota Literacy Leaders in our cohort receive individual professional development funds, monthly trainings, free produce shares with a local CSA, an Employee Assistance Program and subsidized Nice Ride memberships.

 

The application is a multi-step process. To apply, visit our website to find more information and links to the MyAmeriCorps applications for each Literacy Leadership Program location. Applications reviewed and positions are offered on a rolling basis until filled. Submit by our priority deadline, June 30, 2019.

Minnesota Literacy Council fosters an organizational culture that is welcoming and inclusive to all. See our full diversity and inclusion statement here: https://mnliteracy.org/about/diversity-inclusion

Nonprofit: Literacy Minnesota

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55114

Allow Groups: No