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Dakota County Library - Homework Helpers - South St. Paul
ORGANIZATION: Dakota County
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General Description
Homework Help is a great opportunity for local students to get the extra help they need to succeed in school and you can help. Volunteers work one-on-one with students in grades K-12. Help students write a paper, prepare for an exam or complete a homework assignment. Sessions are open to the public and allow students to come in at a designated time and place to receive assistance as needed. Training is provided by the library and no specific subject skills are required.
Location
Kaposia Library
131 Seventh Ave. N
South St. Paul, MN 55075
Date/Time
Program season: September 2024 - May 2025
Wednesdays 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.Duties & Responsibilities
- Mentor students with questions about their homework assignments in any subject.
- Connect them with library staff when library resources are needed.
- Build healthy relationships and trust with students who visit the library.
- Communicate with parents or caregivers when asked about student’s activities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 16 years or older.
- Must satisfactorily complete an interview and background check required for ages 18+
- Must provide own transportation to and from the library.
Desired Skills
- Comfort interacting with students of all ages and from diverse backgrounds.
- Experience working with English Language Learners is an asset.
- Patience, flexibility, and willingness to use creative methods to help students learn.
- Proficient in using the English language, both written and oral.
- Comfort with mathematics up to the 8 th grade level.
Minimum Time Commitment
Volunteers will be expected to volunteer 2 hours per week during the school year and commit to a minimum of 6 months (exceptions for vacations and family matters will be allowed as needed).
Required Training
Volunteers will receive basic tutor training at the beginning of their service, including a library orientation and overview of resources available to students.
Accessibility: This activity accommodates all ages and abilities. Seating is available for those who will need it. Building and event space is accessibility friendly. Click here for more information on accessibility services.
Contact Information
Dua Thao
Youth Program and Outreach Coordinator
Dakota County Library
1340 Wescott Rd, Eagan, MN 55123
651-450-2942
dua.thao@co.dakota.mn.us
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About Dakota County
Location:
1590 Highway 55, Hastings, MN 55033, US
Mission Statement
Building stronger communities through empowered volunteers.
Description
Looking to lend a hand? We'd be happy to have you! Our volunteer opportunities run the gamut. Enhance the environment, influence struggling youth, encourage lifelong learning and so much more. The time you commit is in your control. Dive into a daylong event, volunteer in a monthslong program or help us out for years to come. No matter what you choose, you'll be building a better community. So go ahead, pick you passion and start feeling food about giving back.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Education & Literacy
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Kaposia Library131 7th Ave NSouth St. Paul, MN 55075
(44.891483 ,-93.04238 )
DATE POSTED
November 12, 2024
SKILLS
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Multi-Tasking
- People Skills
- Project Management
- Reading Comprehension
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- Volunteers will be expected to volunteer 2 hours per week during the school year and commit to a minimum of 6 months (exceptions for vacations and family matters will be allowed as needed).