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Reading Friend - EveryBody Reads

Volunteers in Public Schools
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Baton Rouge, LA
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    30 minutes a week for ~10 visits throughout the semester
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Community Development, Education, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation

    Description

    Reading Friend - EveryBody Reads

    EveryBody Reads provides individualized reading assistance to K-2nd graders in the East Baton Rouge Parish School System. Reading Friends commit to work with a child for the semester, agreeing to read with that child for 30 minutes once a week.

    You get to pick the school you serve at and the student you work with!

    EveryBody Reads provides individualized reading assistance to K-2nd graders in the East Baton Rouge Parish School System. Reading Friends commit to work with a child for the semester, agreeing to read with that child for 30 minutes once a week.

    You get to pick the school you serve at and the student you work with!

    Location

    On-site

    East Baton Rouge School District

    Baton Rouge, LA, USA

    How to Apply

    Express your interest by filling out the form. Our team will reach out to you with more information and answer any questions you have!

    Volunteers will undergo a background check and a short training with virtual and in-person options.

    Express your interest by filling out the form. Our team will reach out to you with more information and answer any questions you have!

    Volunteers will undergo a background check and…

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