Rise Up Reno Prevention Network-Mentor & Read with Me programs

Volunteers help students succeed in school and in life through encouragement and friendship, academic support and caring.

Duties:

Volunteers will meet with one or more students at least once a week in a local school. Activities include reading, being read to, listening, encouraging and caring (mentors for the students).

Volunteers are also needed for Hutch elementary schools for the READ WITH ME program. Volunteers will listen to First Grade through Third Grade students read, help with comprehension and sounding out words.

Qualifications:

Must successfully complete application process and background screenings. Must be dependable, enjoy working with children, willing to volunteer for duration of school year, patient and flexible. 1 Hour Training is required and provided.

Minimum age of volunteer:

18

Days needed:

Monday through Friday, varies by school

Time Needed:

Flexible between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., varies by school