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