volunteers needed, Taller Puertorriqueño

Posted by on October 29, 2012

Taller Puertorriqueño (http://www.tallerpr.org), an arts-based after school program is seeking the following volunteers:

Reading Buddy: this person(s) would read with the younger kids once they’ve finished their homework. The size of the group will range from day to day, but will be about 2-8 kids at a time.We will provide the books and a space for you to read quietly.
Time Commitment: 1-2 days per week from 4:30-5:30
Skills/qualities: patient, flexible likes to work with younger kids, comfortable sitting on the floor, firm; believes all kids are capable of learning.

Homework Helper: this person(s) will help students one-on-one and in small groups to finish their homework. They may also do small extra activities when they finish their homework or to help them understand a concept better. The grades are K-8.
Time Commitment: min1-2 days per week from 3:30-5:30
Skills/qualities: patient, flexible, comfortable with various subjects, able to explain concepts in simple terms, firm; believes all kids are capable of learning.

Guest speakers/presenters: We are looking to enhance our “Fun Fridays” and would be open to guest speakers who want to run a workshop (about an hour) on just about any topic. It can be singing, magic, juggling, science, cooking, etc. I’d want to discuss with each person based on their interests. This can be a one time activity or on-going.
Time Commitment:  Fridays, from 3:30-5:30
Skills/qualities: creative, organized, flexible….

We are located at 2557 N. 5th Street; the 47 & 39 buses stop RIGHT IN FRONT of the building. Please contact [email protected] if you are interested. Please note volunteers will need to get child abuse, criminal and FBI clearances. Taller will pay for the child abuse and criminal clearances; the volunteer will pay for the FBI ones.

http://www.tallerpr.org/B/Looking-For.aspx