Literacy Volunteer Connection Site Map Puett Miller on Finding Local adult Literacy Programs to Literacy volunteers opportunitiesfor Literacy volunteers volunteer opportunities listed by http://www.literacyconnections.com/SiteMap2.html
Extractions: Tutoring Children, Teens, and Adults The Literacy Volunteer Connection Tutoring Page Tips for Tutors Cathy Puett Miller 's Advice for First-Time Tutors In Their Own Words An Approach to Reaching Reluctant or Struggling Readers Annie, The Sleeping Beauty: How I Taught Her to Read by Jean Katzenberg For Professionals: Principles and Practices of Language Experience by Ronald L. Cramer, Ph.D. ... Readers' Theater Word Families Introduction to Word Families The 37 most common word families and how they can be used For professionals: More thoughts on phonograms Working and Playing with Words ... Cathy Puett Miller on What Reading Research Says About Volunteer Tutoring
Literacy Volunteering Opportunities In Virginia Rockingham county Skyline Literacy Coalition opportunities for oneto Loudoun LiteracyCouncil needs volunteer tutors to The Literacy Center for adult Learners c http://www.literacyconnections.com/Virginia.html
Extractions: Please contact these organizations directly , as they are not affiliated with Literacy Connections. Volunteer opportunities are posted here as a service to prospective volunteers and to literacy organizations the Literacy Connections has not investigated them and does not endorse them. Literacy programs are invited to Submit Opportunities Tidewater Literacy Council Serving Portsmouth, Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Virginia Beach. Volunteer tutors are always needed for our one-to-one reading program. A pre-service training is required for all interested volunteers. . Other volunteer opportunities include office work, student intake, and fundraising
WCCOA | Volunteerism volunteer opportunities are numerous in the Activities Department. Internet volunteer.Make a difference in someone's life introduce an older adult to the http://www.wcnet.org/~wccoa/volunteer.html
Extractions: About WCCOA Services Meals Calendars ... Adult Day Care Volunteer Opportunities Funding Questions? Resource Links Here are some of the many volunteer opportunities available at the Wood County Committee on Aging. For more information, please contact Marlene Uhler, Volunteer Coordinator, at 419-353-5661 or 1-800-367-4935. You can help homebound seniors in Wood County remain in their homes by delivering hot nutritious meals to their door. Home delivered meals volunteers take 6-10 meals to individual local seniors each week. Meals are packed and ready to go in containers at the senior center. Training and local maps are provided for volunteers. This opportunity is open to people of all ages. At least one volunteer on each route must have a valid drivers license. This is a perfect opportunity for families and friends to volunteer together to make a difference in a senior's life by making it possible for them to remain independent in their homes. Time commitment : 1 hour per week during the lunch hour, your choice of day, Monday through Friday.
Youth Sport Coach - Volunteer Departments Parks and Recreation volunteer opportunities Youth Sport Youth SportCoach volunteer. Womens Basketball Leagues, adult Volleyball, and http://www.ci.san-carlos.ca.us/is/display/0,1124,deptid-19_isid-1412,00.html
The Volunteer Center > Corporate Neighbors > After-Hours Projects These and other volunteer opportunities are listed on our website volunteer mentorscan contribute greatly to the adult teens about to enter the adult world on http://www.volunteerhsv.org/news/corp-news.html
Extractions: For two days in April, Huntsville will be basketball crazy because Hoop Mania is back. Hoop Mania is a 3 on 3 street ball tournament for basketball players of all sizes, skill level and ages. This event promises to be exciting for Huntsville and the American Red Cross. More than 400 volunteers are needed to make this tournament a success. Join the many players, volunteers and spectators at Joe Davis Stadium for the most fun you'll have with both feet on or off the ground. You can be a part of this event by volunteering to keep score as a court monitor, helping with Volunteer Registration, giving out water and ice, staffing the First Aid Station, or running the Master Scoreboard. There are plenty of shift times to choose from to fit into your weekend schedule.
K-EYE, CBS Austin - VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES for the Elderly) has unlimited volunteer opportunities available volunteer to teachseniors basic computer skills at our or talking, at Elderhaven adult Day Care http://keyetv.com/event/volunteeropps.shtml
Extractions: Call 1-800-5NEWS42 Ask The Experts Round Rock Express K-EYE NEWS Featured Links Having A Baby KEYE Investigates News Stories Sports Weather Tech News LIVE Traffic Cams LIVE Webcasts K-EYE TV Program Listings Click-A-Card Contact Us! KEYE Job Openings COMMUNITY Eye on Events Tour Our Studios Volunteer Opportunities Wells Fargo / Greater Austin Chamber How can my company give back? RESOURCES Featured Links Find a JOB Health Homework Helper How Stuff Works Your organization can adopt a two-mile stretch of highway by calling the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) at 512-832-7004. A local coordinator will help you find a stretch that is appropriate for your group's location and size. Once your highway section is officially adopted, TxDOT will post two signs featuring your organization's name to mark the beginning and end of your stretch. You'll also receive all the instructions and information you need to begin keeping Central Texas beautiful. The Arc of the Capital Area
Montgomery County 4-H...Volunteer Opportunities variety of volunteer opportunities for adult residents of job descriptions and regulartraining opportunities available Examples of shorter term volunteer roles http://www.agnr.umd.edu/users/MontCty/volunteer.htm
Extractions: Volunteer Opportunities The Montgomery County Extension 4-H Program offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for adult residents of our county. All volunteers who will work directly with youth are screened, oriented and supervised by MCE. All volunteers have job descriptions and regular training opportunities available. Volunteer roles can be short term or long term and are open to anyone regardless of age, race, gender, religion, national origin, or disability. Club organizational leaders - (Most clubs meet monthly year-round) Most clubs are community based, subject matter based, or audience based. Community clubs meet in a specific community, area, subdivision or housing complex. Subject matter clubs can include various animal clubs (dog clubs, pet clubs, horse clubs, etc), natural resource clubs (fishing club, target shooting club, recycling club, etc), family science clubs (fashion club, nutrition club, etc), mechanical science clubs (bike club, small engine club), and others (cultural exchange club, creative writing club, etc.). Audience based clubs might include a teen group, a home schooled club or a club for younsters with special needs. Site managers - Adventure in Science Clubs meet weekly from mid October to mid March at various local science facilities. Volunteers are needed to organize the weekly programs at each site, oversee the use of equipment, and guide the participants towards completion at the Parents Day program.
RSVP Volunteer Opportunities Kent Senior Activity Center adult Day Center volunteers Museum of Flight - has manyopportunities for volunteers docent, an Air Force One volunteer, a Pledge http://www.fremontpublic.org/vols/rsvp3.html
Extractions: Intergenerational Innovations - I.I. provides opportunities for children and elders to learn from and with each other. Opportunities include tutoring and mentoring, performing administrative tasks such as filing in the main office, and organizing the Resource Center. Central Area Senior Center - Needs include Lunch Assistants (serve and/or set-up once a week or daily); Event Volunteers (assist with one-time events like the Bite of New Orleans); Instructors (teach or introduce hobbies to others); Birthday Lunch Volunteers (assist with decorations, greet and serve-once a month; Receptionists (substitute on-call); Van Drivers (on-call only); Stuff and Mail committee (assist with mailing preparation-stuffing and addressing envelopes on an on-call basis); Building and Grounds committee volunteers. Frye Art Museum - Volunteer Sales Clerk and Concierge Desk volunteers needed. If you enjoy interacting with people, have an interest in visual arts, communicate with ease and work effectively without much supervision, one of thee positions may be right for you. Retail experience preferred for the sales position. Training provided, First Hill location.
Volunteer Opportunities Springbrook Nature Center's adult and youth For employment opportunities at SpringbrookNature Interested in volunteer opportunities at Springbrook Nature http://www.pconline.com/~calico/index19.htm
Extractions: Volunteer Opportunities Springbrook volunteers include teenagers, parents, grandparents, neighbors, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, junior high students, high school students, college students, court-appointed community service crews, church groups, business employee crews and developmentally disabled home groups. You can join Springbrook's many volunteers and make a difference in your community. Check out our present volunteer opportunities below and then give us a call at 763-572-3588. We'd love to have you as part of our team! Attention Volunteers: Springbrook Nature Center is looking for youth and adult volunteers to assist with exhibits and programs, animal care, working with the new nature store, program activities and general nature center needs Call 763-572-3588 for more information. Junior Camp Leaders Wanted: If you are 12 - 16 years old, are dependable, can follow and give instructions, are eager to develop leadership skills and learn about nature and the environment, then we want you! Call 763-572-3588 for more information. To view pictures of our volunteers in action
Volunteer Opportunities In The Fish & Boat Commission interested in any of these volunteer opportunities, please contact us The Programrewards volunteer time with points These classes are given to adult and youth http://sites.state.pa.us/PA_Exec/Fish_Boat/nd2000/volroppr.htm
Extractions: The Fish & Boat Commission has opportunities for individuals or groups to volunteer their time and talentsto "give back" and provide service to the community. Each bureau may have separate requirements. Training, uniforms, education, age, allowances and travel expense reimbursement may vary. If you are interested in any of these volunteer opportunities, please contact us. The Fish & Boat Commission can supply you with a Volunteer Application. Complete the application and return it to the Personnel Office. It will be forwarded to the appropriate bureau. The KARE Fishing Skills Instructor Program certifies those who wish to present "Fishing Skills and Aquatic Education" classes. The Certified Fishing Skills Instructors Program promotes responsible fishing skills through the SMART program. photo-WCO Derek Pritts Deputy waterways conservation officers (DWCOs) work with waterways conservation officers. They help enforce fishing, boating and environmental rules and regulations. The state currently has some 300 volunteers working as DWCOs. The training is extensive and will aid anyone looking for future work in law enforcement. Weekend hours are a must! To apply, you must be a PA resident with a valid PA driver's license. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and reside in the district where they are interviewed. They must have 20/20 vision (or correctable to 20/20). They must have correct color vision and be able to use firearms with each hand. Applicants need to be able to swim and perform CPR. They will engage in strenuous activity, and must not have any criminal record. All applications to become a DWCO should be mailed to the regional manager of the county where the applicant resides.
King County American Red Cross a volunteer application for all volunteer opportunities listed below This volunteermust have strong verbal the following areas First Aid, adult/Infant/Child http://www.seattleredcross.org/Home/Volunteering/volopportunities.htm
Extractions: Read about the currently available volunteer positions in the following departments: Volunteer Program Language Bank, International Services Financial Development, ... Operations and Youth and Young Adult Services. Red Cross training is provided for all positions. Some positions may require specific certifications or licenses. Find one that fits your skills and volunteer goals! No positions at this time Development Financial Development/Special Events th and the shipping portion will conclude two weeks after. Disaster Services Emergency Services Receptionist Disaster Action Team Member Disaster Action Teams are on call to initiate our response to any kind of disaster. These teams respond whenever the office is closed (evenings, overnight, weekends, and holidays) and most commonly respond to residential fires and ensure that disaster victims have immediate resources for food, clothing, and shelter. In King County, there are 6 teams that rotate being on call one week at a time and in Kitsap County, there are two teams that rotate being on call for two weeks at a time. After your initial volunteer orientation, there are 4 classes you have to complete before being placed on a team. A one year commitment is required.
Volunteer Opportunities For more information on these volunteer opportunities call the Arts Vermont Fairs Festivals volunteer Oncall VNA, adult Day Program Activity Assistant(s http://www.unitedwaycc.org/listings.htm
Extractions: Here are a just a few of our many volunteer opportunities. If you are interested in regular volunteer opportunities, please call the Volunteer Center at 860-1677 to schedule an appointment with one of our volunteer interviewers. These trained volunteer interviewers meet with you and help you clarify your interests, skills and time availability. The interviewer will then help you to identify the volunteer openings which best fit your needs. The interviewer will also keep in touch until you have found a successful placement. All volunteers are also placed in a database which allow us to contact you as new needs come in which fit your interests. If you are 55 or older and interested in long-term volunteer opportunities please also look at RSVP and FGP Make the Connection Week of April 7th
Triangle.com Orientation is provided. Wake County. volunteer Wake seeks adult volunteers tofill the following positions. opportunities for teens; minimum age 16. http://www.triangle.com/calendar/leisure/volunteeropportunities/
Extractions: Orange County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program is a clearinghouse for volunteers 55 years and older and can provide benefits. RSVP will match interests and skills to an agency that lists volunteer openings with us. Check this list or the Web site www.co.orange.nc.us . Click VOLUNTEERS at the top. Call 968-2056 or vhill@co.orange.nc.us . Training often provided. Disaster Action Team members needed to train to assist families affected by local emergencies or emergency deployment. AFES Caseworkers, committed volunteers well-versed in military and medical terminology needed to help military service personnel and families in emergencies. Promptly answer calls and record data accurately. This person helps communicate news between family and the military. Supplies coordinator needed to ensure that kits and supplies are well-stocked and organized. Work with staff to obtain kit items.
Current Volunteer Opportunities Minimum age 15 unless accompanied by an adult. UCM Community Solutions A varietyof volunteer opportunities including Monday 326 or volunteer@ucmagency.org. http://www.volunteerfairfax.org/volalm.htm
Southeast Morris Chapter - Volunteer Opportunities below are short job descriptions for many volunteer opportunities. with local youthgroups that volunteer with Red adult leaders act as positive role models http://www.semorrisredcross.org/volunteer.htm
Extractions: Volunteer Opportunities All Red Cross chapters rely on volunteers to plan, organize, and deliver Red Cross services. There are a wide range of opportunities from calligraphy to computers to answering telephones to accounting. One is sure to fit your interests, skills, and hours of availability. Why not donate a little of your time and give back a little to your community! Listed below are short job descriptions for many volunteer opportunities. Call the Southeast Morris chapter at 973-377-0455 or email f or more information or to discuss how you might best help. Areas where we can use volunteers include: Staff Aide chapter house receptionist one morning or afternoon per week.
Extractions: www.opnocsne.org Organization: Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly Title: Easter/Passover Volunteers Description: Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly needs volunteers to deliver home-cooked meals, flowers, and a friendly visit to isolated elders living in Boston with its Easter/Passover program on Sunday, April 20 from 10am until 1pm. Contact: For more information, contact Kelley Murphy at 617-524-8882 by Thursday, April 17. Date Posted: Organization: Boston Classical Orchestra Title: Description: The Boston Classical Orchestra ushers who help you find your seats in Faneuil Hall are all volunteers. e-mail or call Quindara Dodge: qdodge@bostonclassicalorchestra.org 6 pm ; Sundays, plan to come at 1 pm Normal business dress is fine. Contact: E-mail or call Quindara Dodge: qdodge@bostonclassicalorchestra.org
CORPORATE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES committed to increasing employment opportunities, economic development a continualneed to recruit volunteer tutors for reading and tutor an adult by contacting http://www.volbrow.org/corpopp/corpopp.html
Extractions: To volunteer at one of almost 600 nonprofit agencies in Broward County, call Volunteer Broward at 522-6761. Volunteer Broward, a United Way Agency, is a clearinghouse for volunteer opportunities. When you call, you will be interviewed over the phone and given referrals to agencies based on your interests, location and time availability. A few of the many volunteer opportunities include: 7th Avenue Recovery, Inc. offers substance abuse and AIDS/HIV prevention intervention services to adults and youth, needs volunteers in the following areas: clerical support, technical support, Peer Trainer/Educator, Childcare Assistant. Volunteers are required to volunteer five hours per week, training is provided and compensation will be considered as per experience. Professionals, retirees, homemakers and students are encouraged to participate. Students must be 18+ years of age. Please contact Ms. Vaturi at (954) 882-9615 to volunteer. Agency for Workforce Innovations is looking for volunteers to help with clerical duties which include: copying, filing, open, sort and distribute mail and all other office related duties as assigned.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES to date with our current activities, opportunities, ideas, and (volunteer commitmentsrange from indepth commitments for 3 hours) Check out adult PROGRAMS for http://bartok.vsarts.org/Washington/stories/storyReader$18
Extractions: Login * Office Help/Data Entry: * Web Site Up-Keep: We are looking for a person or persons to help keep our web page up to date with our current activities, opportunities, ideas, and changes. This is a great opportunity for those with World Wide Web skills to use them for a good cause! * VSAAW Festivals: Volunteers helping with our arts festivals will have an opportunity to see how deeply the arts can enrich our lives. The primary aim of these festivals is to provide access to the arts for students with and without disABILITIES and for students at risk of academic failure. Volunteer responsibilities might include: setting-up, helping run workshops with artists, cleaning-up, helping with mailings, coordination and administration work and more. ArtSpring is our longest running festival, and is held generally in the spring at the Center House at Seattle Center. In addition, anyone interested in helping document these events through video and photography would also be a great asset to the festivals. (Volunteer commitments range from in-depth commitments, involving event planning and preparation, to one-day participation on the day of the event.) Check out ARTS IN EDUCATION PROGRAMS for more info.
TAP: Volunteer: Community Opportunities and all materials needed to teach economic programs. (Locations vary; 18+ withoutadult supervision). Fulton Public Library has volunteer opportunities for data http://www.gsu.edu/~wwwtap/volunteer/community.html
Extractions: The Wellness Community (TWC) is a national organization that offers free, psychosocial support services to cancer patients, their families, partners and friends. TWC needs volunteers to provide administrative support, help with events, organize the library, assist with mailings, and lead orientations. Contact: Sharon Shelton, 404-888-0050. AID Gwinnett Meal Delivery The American Cancer Society's Winn-Dixie Hope Lodge is a unique facility providing a home away from home at no cost to patients undergoing extended outpatient cancer treatments in Atlanta. Hope Lodge provides an emotionally supportive environment. Volunteers are needed to provide support in guest services and orientations. (Decatur; 1 volunteer; Adult) APEX Museum Located in the historic Sweet Auburn neighborhood, The APEX Museum displays African art, local African-American history and exhibits by local and national African-American artists. The museum needs volunteers to greet visitors, guide tour groups through the exhibits, and work in the gift shop as needed. Please call for orientation details and to sign up for a time. (Downtown; 6 volunteers; Adult/14+ without adult supervision)
Opportunities in English at libraries or adult education schools is in need of volunteers to teachparents and Seafarers House has volunteer opportunities to help provide http://www.sascinc.org/current_volunteer_opportunities.htm
Extractions: RSVP CURRENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES The following list is only a sample of the many opportunities available. Days and hours are flexible unless indicated. If you are interested in one or more of these positions, jot them down, then go to "How Do I Get Involved" and follow the instructions. Or call us at between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Adult Literacy programs are looking for volunteers to tutor adults in English at libraries or adult education schools throughout Broward County. Training and certification is provided. Arts and Cultural Centers throughout Broward County have ongoing volunteer opportunities. There is probably a theater or museum in your local area that could use your assistance. Broward County Schools are in need of volunteers for Headstart/Preschool, Elementary, Middle and High schools. One to four hours of your time each week can impact a child for a lifetime. Homeless Assistance Centers located in Hollywood, Ft. Lauderdale and Pompano Beach have various volunteer opportunities; social workers, tutors, beauticians/barbers, mentors, child care aides, office assistants, arts and craft, and special event volunteers. Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers Project trains volunteers to be companions and respite caregivers to homebound elderly or disabled persons. Training sessions are held on a regular basis. Call 563-8991 to find out more about becoming a Volunteer Caregiver.
