Volunteer: ELL (English Language Learners) Mentor- Spring 2024
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
South Bronx United is a youth development organization dedicated on serving the South Bronx through education, mentoring, and soccer programs. Our goal is use the sport and the strength of mentoring to help boys and girls, ages 4-19, develop as leaders and scholars.
Title- ELL (English Language Learner) Mentor
Department SBU Academy
Supervisor Program Manager- High School
Works With Students ages 11-18 (grades 6-11), Program Associates
Description
South Bronx United (SBU) is seeking highly motivated and energetic volunteers who are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of South Bronx youth. As an Academic Mentor, you will be able to work closely with boys and girls in the SBU Academy, providing one-on-one or small group support (3-4 students). Your role will involve assisting with homework, helping students reach their grade levels in math and English language arts, and fostering their academic growth.
ELL Mentors work with small groups (2-4 students) of students in the South Bronx United Academy that are currently designated as English Language Learners (ELL) to provide homework help and weekly English lessons. ELL Mentors meet with the boys and girls, ages 11-18, for 2 hours on a set day every week. Mentors work with the same group week-to-week, having the opportunity to build relationships with the youth and serve as positive adult role models in their lives, promoting the importance of education.
Time Commitment
Please note- this is an in-person volunteer opportunity.
ELL Mentors are asked to commit at minimum 2 hours, one day a week for one semester. Volunteers are invited to take additional shifts if they are available.
Our program is located Monday-Thursdays at Bronx Legacy High School (730 Concourse Village West, Floor 3 Bronx, NY 10451) and Fridays at the SBU Clubhouse (814 River Ave, Bronx, NY 10451)
Primary Responsibilities
Work in small group of students who are English Language LearnersAssisting students with their homework and helping them reach grade-level proficiency in Math and English Language ArtsFostering academic growth by providing guidance, resources, and support tailored to each student's needs.Fostering academic growth by providing guidance, resources, and support tailored to each student's needs.Serving as a positive adult role model and mentor in the lives of the youth you work with.
Desired Qualifications
Passion for education Demonstrated interest in supporting students' academic growth and success.Communication skills Excellent verbal communication skills are required, along with strong, active listening abilities in English. Bilingual volunteers are also welcome as many of our students also speak a language other than English.Patience & Empathy Ability to empathize with students and create a safe and supportive environment for them to express their concerns.Reliable & Responsibility Commitment to attending mentoring sessions consistently and being punctua
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