Classroom Aides Needed To Help Adult Immigrants and Refugees

Volunteers must be PA residents to apply, preferably Central PA.

Catholic Charities serves immigrants and refugees from over 35 countries every year. Our classes meet on Zoom. Our class sizes have increased over the past year and we are in need of classroom aides to support lead ESL instructors on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays from 9:30-11:30 AM or 6-8 PM.

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Training, materials, and ongoing support for classroom aides is provided.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience working with English language learners preferred
• Fluency in the English language (no other languages required)
• Have an internet connection and computer that supports Zoom

Responsibilities:

• Commit to at least 6 months of serving as a classroom aide with Catholic Charities
• Provide a caring and non-threatening environment for learners
• Maintain a consistent weekly schedule and inform lead instructor if unable to attend

Skills Needed:

• Flexibility
• Patience
• Cultural Sensitivity
• Planning and Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Skills

Location and Scheduling: Classroom aides will meet with students and teachers on Zoom. Our classes are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with timeslots from 9:30 - 11:30 AM, and 6:00 - 8:00 PM. Our biggest volunteer needs are currently for our evening classes. Volunteers must be PA residents, preferably Central PA.