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Mill Park Elementary SUN Extended Day Program Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
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1 person is interested
Position: Mill Park Elementary SUN Extended Day Program Volunteer
Program Area: Schools Uniting Neighborhoods (SUN Community Schools)
Location: Mill Park Elementary - 1900 SE 177th Ave, Portland, OR 97216
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday from 3:30pm - 5:30pm.
Program Description: Mill Park SUN programs serve to support Mill Park Elementary students and families through academic partnerships, extended day programming, and wrap around services. Volunteers at Mill Park are integral to the well-being of our community. Whether it is leading reading groups, running a chess club, or serving food and drink at one of our community events, IRCO volunteers partnered with Mill Park make direct connections with students, families, and staff for positive community outcomes. Current Mill Park SUN program operations include SUN School Extended Day Programming, Mill Park Food Pantry.
Position Summary: Mill Park’s SUN Extended Day Program provides enrichment and academic services to enrolled Mill Park Elementary students. Volunteers will be involved with facilitating small-groups and classes through activities such as Open Gym, Cooking, Arts and Crafts and many more! Mill Park volunteers will regularly engage in face-to-face communication with students and/or parents. Volunteers work under a SUN Site Manager. Volunteers may facilitate groups and classes depending on program needs. Volunteers may help students with academics, math, science, and literacy lessons, as well as with group games and activities.
Our school is looking for volunteers that are culturally diverse and responsive, with a strong capacity to listen and grow with our students. Volunteers should have an interest in early childhood education.
Qualifications
- High School degree or equivalent is preferred. Experience working in the field may be considered as equivalent.
- Bilingual/bicultural applicants are encouraged to apply.
- Enthusiastic attitude and passion for education.
- Sensitivity and ability to relate to people from diverse lifestyles, socioeconomic levels, and cultures.
- Those with interest in cooking instruction must provide up-to-date Food Handler’s Certification.
Time Commitment: Volunteers facilitating groups will be expected to commit at least 8 weeks per term, with a 1 day/week minimum requirement of attendance. Volunteers may choose one or multiple terms they would like to volunteer for (spring, summer, winter, fall). Program days run from 3:30 - 5:30pm, Monday - Thursday.
Requirements:
- Must be 18 or older
- Must pass background check
To Apply: Submit a Volunteer Application Form or contact volunteer@irco.org
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About Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
Location:
10301 NE Glisan St. Portland (Main Office), 4424 NE Glisan St. Portland (Asian Family Center), Portland, OR 97220, US
Mission Statement
To promote the integration of refugees, immigrants, and the community at large into a self-sufficient, healthy and inclusive multi-ethnic society.
Description
The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants and refugees in Portland, Oregon. IRCO assists individuals and families successfully navigate their lives from cradle through career. IRCO provides programs and volunteer opportunities in the following areas:
- Employment Preparation and Literacy
- Employment Skills Training
- Employment Placement Services
- Youth Employment Services
- Family and Domestic Violence Services
- Youth Academic and Employment Services
- Senior Services
- Health Education and Advocacy
- Interpretation and Translation Services
- Community Development Services
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1900 Southeast 177th AvenuePortland, OR 97216
DATE POSTED
October 18, 2024
SKILLS
- General Education
- Tutoring
- Mentoring
- Teaching / Instruction
- Youth Services
- Child Development
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Volunteers facilitating groups will be expected to commit at least 8 weeks per term, with a 1 day/week minimum requirement of attendance. Volunteers may choose one or multiple terms they would like to volunteer for (spring, summer, winter, fall). Pro
- • Must be 18 or older • Must pass background check