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Published 8/21/25 8:00PM

YMCA Reads Mentor

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Lakeland, FL
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    1-1/2 hours per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    24
    Cause Areas:
    Education, Seniors & Retirement, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    55+
    Other Requirements:
    Enrollment in RSVP Polk, RSVP Polk Orientation, Level 2 Background screen (no cost), YMCA Reads Orientation/Training

    Description

    Become a YMCA Reads Mentor and make a lasting difference in the life of a child! Mentors work one-on-one with elementary age students to improve their reading skills. They will improve their fluency as well as their comprehension by working with you.

    2 shifts available:

    • Available Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 15:00 to 16:30 EST
    • Available Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 16:00 to 17:30 EST

    Location

    On-site
    3415 Swindell Road, Lakeland, Florida, US

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