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Beginning Guitar Instructor

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ORGANIZATION: Braille Institute of America, Inc. (Los Angeles Center)

  • 1 person is interested



Do you have a passion for playing and teaching the guitar? Volunteer instructor needed at Braille Institute.

Why: Through educational training, programs, and services, Braille Institute helps tens of thousands of people each year regain and maintain their independence. Braille's educational, social, and recreational programs are provided in an environment of hope and encouragement, seeking to reinforce the confidence, self-esteem, and dignity of those who are visually impaired and enabling them to live, attend school, and work as they choose.

Who: Braille Institute is committed to eliminating blindness and severe sight loss as barriers to a fulfilling life.

What to Expect:

Conduct group guitar class with students who are visually impaired

Guide students through lessons

Teach range of playing techniques

Deliver engaging and informative classes

What's Required:

College degree in music or ability to play instrument at the professional level

Ability to teach guitar to a group of beginner students once a week on an ongoing basis

Ideal candidate will be energetic, excited about teaching guitar, and have a passion for sharing with others

Interest in working with/learning about the vision loss community

Comfortable working with students of different ages

Strong soft skills including friendly communication

Create a safe and supportive learning environment for students

Excellent attendance and ability to be on time

Available at least one day (M-Th), 10am to 12pm or 1- 3 pm for onsite class (class takes place once a week)

Have Questions or Need Accommodation? Email the Opportunity Coordinator below.

This opportunity is managed by an L.A. Works partner, Braille Institute.

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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About Braille Institute of America, Inc. (Los Angeles Center)

Location:

741 N Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90029, US

Mission Statement

Braille Institute is committed to eliminating blindness and severe sight loss as barriers to a fulfilling life. Through educational training, programs, and services, we help tens of thousands of people each year regain and maintain their independence. We serve to enable families, friends, and others to understand the realities of sight loss. We also inform and educate the public about the capabilities of people who are visually impaired. Our educational, social, and recreational programs are provided in an environment of hope and encouragement, seeking to reinforce the confidence, self-esteem, and dignity of those who are visually impaired and enabling them to live, attend school, and work as they choose.

Description

Volunteers are needed in Braille Library to assist with various clerical duties, e.g., greet guests, contact patrons via telephone, basic check-ins, which may include checking on lapsed or inactive library user accounts for deletion. Volunteers are also needed to check in devices such as Victor Readers and digital players. Investigate use of BARD, e.g., difficulties, successes, need for assistance in how to use software. Depending on experience and comfort level, volunteers are needed to participate in outreach email campaigns, assisting with drafting emails, letters, and marketing teases aimed at various constituents, organizations, and stakeholders. Assist Library Outreach Manager as needed.

Assist students in library, cafeteria, classrooms, and other areas as needed, maintaining a professional and friendly attitude. Volunteers are needed to instruct (voluntary and needs-based) or assist instructors with various non-core courses (e.g. art, music, dance, exercise, etc.) based on experience, skillset, and availability. Volunteers will also assist various departments as needed, which may include housekeeping in the cafeteria or other areas.

CAUSE AREAS

People with Disabilities
People with Disabilities

WHEN

Mon Jul 22, 2024 - Tue Jul 22, 2025
12:01 AM - 11:59 PM

WHERE

Los Angeles, CA 90029

(34.08805,-118.29651)
 

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