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ORGANIZATION: LSC - New Americans Program

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Volunteer Opportunity: Become an ESL Teacher for Immigrants and Refugees! Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Join Lutheran Services Carolinas' New Americans Program as an ESL teacher volunteer and help transform lives through language and learning. Your time and effort can create lasting impacts for refugees and immigrants as they adapt to life in the Carolinas. NO FOREIGN LANGUAGE KNOWLEGE REQUIRED.Why Volunteer with Us?Empower New Americans: Teach essential English skills that help immigrants navigate daily life, access opportunities, and feel at home in their new community. Experience Cultural Exchange: Learn about diverse cultures, traditions, and stories while building connections with people from around the globe. Enhance Your Skills: Gain teaching experience, develop communication and leadership skills, and strengthen your ability to work with people of all backgrounds. Be Part of a Community: Join a network of compassionate volunteers dedicated to making a difference. Feel the Reward: Witness the immediate impact of your efforts as learners grow in confidence and ability, all thanks to your guidance. This may be a particularly good opportunity if you are pursuing a degree in education, linguistics, social work, or human services. No prior teaching experience? No problem! All you need is patience, enthusiasm, and a willingness to help others succeed. Join us in welcoming the neighbor and fostering hope for a brighter future! To get involved, contact us at coneal@lscarolinas.net.
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About LSC - New Americans Program

Location:

415 S Pine St, Spartanburg, SC 29302, US

Mission Statement

Empowered by Christ, we walk together with all we serve.

Description

The Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) New Americans Program is dedicated to supporting refugees and immigrants as they integrate into their new communities in the Carolinas. This program focuses on providing vital services to individuals and families who have been displaced by conflict, persecution, or other challenging circumstances. Key areas of assistance include:

  1. Resettlement Support: Helping newcomers with housing, employment, and access to essential community services.
  2. Cultural Orientation: Offering programs that help refugees understand local customs, laws, and resources to ease their transition into American life.
  3. Education and Employment: Supporting English language learning, vocational training, and job placement to promote self-sufficiency.
  4. Advocacy and Community Engagement: Building partnerships within the community to foster inclusion and advocate for policies that support immigrant populations.

LSC is committed to promoting dignity and independence for every individual they serve, guided by compassion and a mission of welcoming the stranger. The program is part of Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), one of the leading national organizations supporting refugee resettlement in the United States.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Education & Literacy
Immigrants & Refugees
Advocacy & Human Rights, Education & Literacy, Immigrants & Refugees

WHEN

Tue Jan 14, 2025 - Thu Mar 13, 2025
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

WHERE

415 South Pine StreetSpartanburg, SC 29302

(34.94532,-81.91269)
 

SKILLS

  • Teaching / Instruction
  • English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
  • Public Relations
  • Cross-cultural Communication
  • Interpreter
  • Translation

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+
  • Public Groups
  • Private Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 3 hours per week

Private Group Details

  • Group Size Range 1 - 50+
  • Event can be held at organization location(s)
  • No Donation

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