Help Students Develop and Practice Literacy Skills (age 18+) Referral

Help Students Develop and Practice Literacy Skills (age 18+) Referral Today, thousands of children in this region would benefit from the support of a mentor. At the same time, many older adults seek meaningful ways to help younger people succeed in school and life. Parkrose Mentors bring generations together to provide support for students in our local community. Join us as a Parkrose Mentor and enrich your life by sharing your time and skills with a young person at a critical stage of development. As a mentor, you will not only be helping a student but also growing personally and finding fulfillment in making a difference. As a Parkrose Mentor, you will: Meet with an elementary or middle school student in person or online one to two times a week for 30-45 minutes to help them develop and practice their literacy skills. Utilize various techniques that we provide, including training and materials, to enhance students' literacy skills. Only need a personal love of reading and of being around students (no prior teaching experience necessary). Time Commitment: One to two times a week for 30-45 minutes (flexible days), morning and/or afternoon About SAGE: We inspire people over fifty to give forward with their time, money, and voice so that younger and future generations can thrive. Won’t you join us and help shape the future of students in our community? Opportunity Requirements: Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older to participate in this opportunity. Parkrose Mentors complete a background check and school training prior to working with students. Click on "Express Interest" below if you are interested in helping out!

• *This is a Referral Opportunity, which means it is run directly by one of our nonprofit partners. Once you express interest, someone from the partner organization should follow up with you shortly to discuss confirming you as a volunteer for this opportunity.
• *Please note, your hours may not be recorded in your Hands On Greater Portland account since this is a partner-managed opportunity.

Requirements Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+ , Minimum Age:18+ After expressing interest, the Opportunity Leader will contact you to confirm participation and provide directions for this opportunity. Stay connected! Sign up for our e-newsletter #J-18808-Ljbffr Hands On Portland