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Published 12/1/25 12:25PM

Become a Writing Advisor for High School Students with Minds Matter NYC!

Minds Matter of NYC, Inc.
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near New York, NY
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Saturdays from 12 PM to 2:30 PM (with the exception of school breaks and holidays), for three academic school years.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    21+
    Other Requirements:
    Must have a 4-year college degree Must pass a criminal background check, undergo child protection training, and sign-off on youth protection policies Commit to attending at least 80% of Saturday sessions throughout your time in the program

    Description

    Become a Writing Advisor for High School Students with Minds Matter NYC!

    ABOUT MINDS MATTER NYC

    For over 30 years, Minds Matter NYC has connected driven and determined students from low-income families with the people, preparation, and possibilities to succeed in college create their future and change the world. Volunteer with Minds Matter NYC and help low-income students achieve their college dreams.

    WRITING & CRITICAL THINKING ADVISOR ROLE OVERVIEW

    • Writing & Critical Thinking (WCT) Advisors help students develop their writing voice, make arguments using supporting evidence, and learn critical thinking skills.
    • Advisors work in pairs to lead small groups in a structured curriculum (provided by MMNYC), focusing on the writing and revision process, constructive feedback, and coaching students on grammar usage and critical reading.
    • With your help, MMNYC students develop strong personal narratives for college applications and enter college ready to write.

    WHY VOLUNTEER AS A WRITING ADVISOR

    • Make a difference in the life of a student. Help them unleash their full potential!
    • Make new friends, enrich your community, and join a network of service-minded peers.
    • Grow as a leader and sharpen your communication skills.
    • Burnish your resume with volunteer service experience.

    TIME COMMITMENT

    • Writing Advisors commit to volunteering for one academic year, September to May.
    • Sessions take place on Saturdays from 12 PM to 2:30 PM. There are no sessions over major holidays or school breaks.
    • Each academic year contains 23 sessions from September to May
    • Volunteers are required to attend 80% of the sessions.

    LOCATION

    Sessions take place in Chinatown.

    QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

    • Graduate of a four-year college or university
    • Team-oriented, responsive, active listener who can serve as a role model for young people
    • Must uphold Minds Matter NYC’s values of community, commitment, and growth
    • Must pass a background check
    • Available in person on Saturdays

    HOW TO APPLY

    Apply Here: https://www.tfaforms.com/310839

    Volunteers will need to complete an application and participate in an interview process, and complete a background check.

    For more information please visit www.mindsmatternyc.org

    Questions Contact MMNYC's Volunteer Engagement Associate, Maya, at maya@mindsmatternyc.org

    Location

    On-site
    Chinatown Manhattan, New York, New York, US

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