Opportunity Details
Impacting Students Through Literacy & Mentoring '24-'25
As part of our education programming series, we are proud to partner with Read to a Child for this virtual info session. In this 30-minute Zoom presentation, you'll hear Read to a Child's staff explain how each volunteer is matched during the school year with a Kindergarten to 4th-grade student for in-person learning.
Why: In Read to a Child’s Read Aloud Mentoring Program, a volunteer is partnered one-on-one with a student attending one of our partner Title I elementary schools in Los Angeles for a rewarding, weekly read-aloud experience. The relationship lasts for the entire school year and often extends for multiple years through the end of 4th grade. Reading pairs are supported by an on-site Program Coordinator, employed by Read to a Child, and provided access to a wide selection of diverse books to read.
The simple act of reading aloud to a child once a week, over time, can have a profound impact on the child’s future. Our Read Aloud Mentoring Program also offers adults a convenient, joyful, and meaningful way to give back.
Who: At this virtual information session, you will learn about Read to A Child's Literacy & Mentoring Program, the In-Person Volunteer opportunities available, and what you will need to complete to begin volunteering. Read to a Child staff will be available to answer any questions you may have (additional time is available for more questions).
During the Zoom info session, Read to a Child staff will review the locations and days/times available at our partner schools, which are located in Hollywood and downtown Los Angeles.
What's Required:
• Application, background check, and orientation/training + LAUSD application, fingerprinting, and TB test (more details provided at information session).
• Must commit to a minimum of half an hour a week, weekly (same day each week), for the entire school year. Read to a Child accepts volunteers throughout the school year from September/October to April. Our program runs through the end of May/early June.
Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below.
This opportunity is managed by L.A. Works.
All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity are expected to adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: /www.laworks.com/health-and-safety
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Education, Children & Youth Education
Children
Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+
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