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The mission of the Variety Boys & Girls Club (VBGC) is to provide innovative and stimulating academic, leadership, and athletic programming in a safe and nurturing environment to the underserved children and families of Boyle Heights. Our vision is that all children will have an opportunity to excel in school and in a career and contribute fully to society. The community of Boyle Heights is a 6.2-square-mile area and is one of the most densely populated areas in Los Angeles. The average household size is 4.0 people and 33.4 percent speak English not well or not at all. More than 90 percent are Latinos, 83 percent live in family households and close to 72 percent live in rental property.

Volunteer Description: The Club is looking for volunteers to help students review class assignments, engage in learning experiences, support staff, and provide a positive learning environment. A volunteer may be responsible for helping students learn and understand new concepts and complete assignments. A volunteer may support staff by supervising students and ensuring they stay on task, safe, and engaged.

General Information

• The Club services students from K to 12th grades
• The Club has classrooms with the following focus: digital arts, visual arts, college/career, literacy/library, gym, pool, and music
• A volunteer will be assigned to a room based on the needs of staff and/or students

• Contribute to student learning, growth, and advancement
• Demonstrate academic competence in the subject area(s)
• Maintain a growth mindset toward student learning and teaching practice
• Facilitate problem-solving with a curious mind and critical thinking skills
• Supervise students in hallways, bathrooms, and/or rooms
• Light cleaning of classrooms

• Able to provide support during club hours 3 pm - 6:30 pm
• Patient, flexible, positive, consistent, dependable, and cooperative with a sense of humor
• Ability to create interactive activities that promote learning
• Ability to take supervision and correction constructively
• Ability to positively supervise students
• Prior tutoring experience a plus
• Must complete a background check prior to starting
• Ability to follow current COVID wellness check and masking policy