Nonprofit
Published 9 days ago
Elementary Literacy Volunteer: read with a child once a week
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Plymouth, MN
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime)
Commitment Details:
20-30 minutes, one day a week from November through May during school hours.
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
30
Cause Areas:
Education, Volunteering
Good For:
Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Other Requirements:
Adhere to the district’s volunteer guidelines, respect and maintain confidentiality of students, have a passion for helping students learn.
Description
The Literacy Volunteer Program supports elementary students who need extra help with reading comprehension and fluency. Volunteers meet one-on-one with an assigned student once a week for 20-30 minutes, listening to them read and offering encouragement. Along the way, volunteers often build meaningful relationships that boost a child’s confidence and help them develop a love of reading.
Program Details:
- Location: All Wayzata elementary schools
- Time Commitment: 20-30 minutes per week during the school day, November - May
- Support: Training provided
- Requirement: Age 18+, Online background check (free for volunteers)
Training & Orientation Timeline:
- Optional Literacy Training:
- Tuesday, October 13 from 10:00-11:30 a.m. at Ridgedale Library
- Monday, October 19 from 6:00-7:30 p.m., Ridgedale Library
- Volunteer Assignments: Emailed in October
- School Orientation: Late October
- Reading Sessions: November - May
If you are interested in becoming a Literacy Volunteer, you can learn more at an informational meeting.
If you are ready to sign up, you can complete our online form.
Location
On-site
Wayzata Elementary Schools
Plymouth, MN, USA
