Hamburg Elementary School - Youth Reading Volunteer

The RSVP Youth Reading volunteer will provide reading help and companionship to elementary students.

Program description

Reading is a critical skill for life. To help students achieve their full potential with reading skills, the RSVP Youth Reading Program is asking for volunteers to aid in small reading groups. Volunteers will be asked to follow teachers detailed instructions with a small group of students and engage in reading activities.

Duties:

Interact with elementary students and be a welcoming adult face

Provide help with reading as needed

Protect the privacy and confidentiality of students and their families

Skills required:

Must be 55 years of age or older.

Relate well to staff, volunteers and infants and work with a team approach.

Willingness to support students in their academic work

Amount of Time: 2 hours, varies we will work with your schedule

Time of Day: as available during school hours, Monday through Thursday

Supervor: Supervision is provided by the Classroom Teacher.

Benefits:

Opportunity to be a part of the Hamburg Community School District mission

Become a trusted adult in the lives of our next generation

Develop lasting relationships with other Hamburg School District volunteers and staff

Supplemental life and accident insurance while volunteering (see brochure)