Teach an Elective Class/Workshop for ASPIRE Program

Have an elective class you can teach? Family & Children's Agency is looking for individuals to facilitate a 6 week class (once weekly) for the students in our ASPIRE (after school program) at Ben Franklin Center in South Norwalk. Class options include: Art, Music, Theater, Photography, Cooking, Computers, Dance, etc. Lessons may be held weekdays, Monday - Friday, between the hours of 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. (once a week for six weeks). Or a one-time workshop

Program Information

Family & Children’s Agency seeks to improve the lives of Norwalk’s middle school youth by enabling their successful transition into high school and increasing their ability to be productive, independent young adults. This is accomplished by providing a safe and structured community-based After School Program for students to improve academic performance, develop character, and promote healthy peer interactions and lifestyles.

The program operates on the school calendar and does not offer programs during holidays and vacations.

Requirements

To become a volunteer for ASPIRE, volunteers must complete an application and necessary background checks, including criminal, state, and Department of Children and Families checks. Volunteers must also complete an Agency orientation with Volunteer Services and a program orientation with the ASPIRE staff.

Family & Children’s Agency is a non-profit, 501(c)(3), family service agency that meets the needs of thousands of individuals--including children, adults, and families--throughout Fairfield County and beyond. Skilled professionals serve clients in seven primary impact areas: youth development, family strengthening, foster care, adoption, behavioral health, homeless service, and services for seniors.