| Last updated on September 29, 2008 |
 To come alongside developing readers, one-on-one or in small groups, encouraging, engaging, and challenging them to increase their reading skills. Tutoring sessions scheduled based on tutor availability and classroom/after-school program schedule. Anytime M-T from 9am-5pm is available. Specific requests are: Helping English Language Learner (ELL) students anywhere from 1:00-3:00PM M-F, Assisting 5th graders in math and reading anytime between 9:00AM-3:00PM M-F, Helping struggling 3rd graders catch up on work, finishing homework and reading anytime between 9:00AM-3:00PM M-F and also one-on-one reading tutoring from 3:10-4:10PM.
Youth volunteers are welcome. Get involved as a tutor. Volunteer with your family. This is a service learning opportunity.
- Ability to relate well with young children and desire to motivate them to improve their reading skills.
- Basic knowledge of English literacy skills (specifically, reading)
- Willingness to work cooperatively with program supervisor, other staff, and other volunteers
- Enthusiastic about reading and patient with kids of different reading levels
- Dependable and patient with a positive attitude
Anyone in 4th grade or above is eligible for this volunteer opportunity.
This opportunity is sponsored by: Washington Reading Corps- Tukwila School District
We need volunteers who are free at these times
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| Weekdays |
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Weekly |
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This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers
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| Adolescents (13-17) |
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Families |
| Adults (26-54) |
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Individual |
| Adults (55+) |
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Young Adults (18-25) |
| Children (5-12) |
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Contact Person:
Carley Bohnen, (email)
Address:
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13601 32nd Ave S
Tukwila, WA 98168
This location is handicap accessible
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Directions:
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Nearest Bus Stop: 128, 174, 10 minute walk |
This opportunity can also be performed in these locations:
Web Site: http://www.tukwila.wednet.edu
Miscellaneous Information
| Are Youth Volunteers Welcome? |
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Yes
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| What is the minimum age for volunteers? |
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4th Graders
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| Are court-appointed community service volunteers okay? |
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No
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| Can families with young children volunteer for this opportunity? |
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Yes
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