Opportunity Details
Citizenship Education Volunteer
Volunteer with the International Rescue Committee's Citizenship Class to assist refugees and immigrants on their path to citizenship.
Why: The Citizenship Class Volunteer will serve refugees and members of the local immigration community by providing information about the civics and US history courses offered by IRC-LA. They will work closely with the IRC-LA Civics & ESL Instructor to help facilitate the various learning activities of Citizenship instruction.
Who: The International Rescue Committee provides opportunities for refugees, asylees, victims of human trafficking, survivors of torture, and other immigrants to thrive in America.
What to Expect:
- Share the knowledge required to pass the United States Citizenship Exam by either assisting or leading our citizenship classes.
- Use the provided curriculum, PowerPoint presentations, flashcards, and other materials to teach your class.
- Help enroll students in class.
- Coordinate with IRC-LA staff.
- Respond to student's needs within the scope of the class.
- Take charge of necessary documents and pass them on to IRC-LA staff as needed.
- Occasionally working 1:1 with clients to complete citizenship applications.
What's Required:
- Bilingual speakers preferred (Spanish, Armenian, Farsi, Dari, Ukrainian, etc.)
- Fluency in spoken and written English
- At least a US High School Diploma or familiarity with US History REQUIRED.
- Flexible availability during the evenings and weekends (usually Saturday mornings).
- Reliable transportation to various LA Public Library Branches.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Engaged in learning about the broader IRC mission, philosophy, global work, and local efforts.
- Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies.
Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below.
This opportunity is managed by an L.A. Works partner, International Rescue Committee.
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
Other, Immigrants, Refugees or Ethnic Groups
Tutoring,Other,Administrative Support/Clerical,Hotline/Information Center Support,Leadership Opportunity
Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+
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