Position Overview and Impact: Studies show that after-school programs help to keep kids safe and inspire learning! If you desire to help children excel in school, then consider being a teen homework helper after-school from 3-6pm. Volunteer opportunities available at our Orange Public Library & History Center and El Modena Branch Libraries.
Key Responsibilities:
- Volunteers will assist teens with math homework.
- Volunteers will serve a positive role model and endorse positive behavior and attitudes.
Qualifications:
- Teen Math Tutor must know and be able to explain math homework problems that include advanced math, such as, Algebra I & II, Geometry and some Calculus.
- A retired teacher or current student is desired, but not required.
- Desire to help the library and members of the Orange community.
- Ideal volunteer will have good customer service and communication skills, patience, enthusiasm for working with others, and be willing and able to follow directions.
- Able to commit to and keep scheduled hours.
- Willingness and compassion for working with library patrons that come from diverse backgrounds and various walks of life.
- Experience working in an education setting, such as, a school or afterschool program is desirable.
- Strong leadership and teamwork skills
Training and Support Provided: An orientation to the library will be given by library staff, covering library resources and online tutor assistance available to students. The library will provide ongoing support and access to staff as needed for problem-solving.
Benefits of Volunteering:
- Opportunity to help children establish good study skills and succeed in school by gaining additional support with homework assignments
- Be a positive influence in a child’s life
- Chance to meet new people and help others
- Learn about the workings of a Library and the opportunity to develop working relationships with library staff.
- The library staff would be happy to write letters of recommendation for exceptional volunteer service.
Time Commitment: The Homework Center is open from September through June. The ideal candidate will commit to stay with the program for the duration of the school year. The Homework Center is open Monday - Thursday from 3 pm to 6 p.m. Minimum of one scheduled 3 hour shift per week.
Length of Commitment: Minimum 6 month commitment and 30 hours is requested
Requirements: All volunteers 16 and older are required to be drug screened and fingerprinted before they can volunteer at the Orange Public Library. This process is paid for by the City of Orange. Please note that City policy does not allow the library to accept court-referred volunteers.
Responsible To: Children’s Librarian
