Opportunity Details
2020-2021 Virtual Mentors to Tutor Students
Online learning is a struggle for everyone, but especially for low-income families. STEM Alliance's Virtual Mentors meet with students through Zoom video calls as part of a one-on-one mentoring program. Volunteers will help children navigate online learning, reinforce good digital learning routines, offer online homework support, and serve as a positive role model for students.
Virtual Mentors are high school students, college students, or adult volunteers who are passionate about helping children and who meet the following requirements:
- 16 years old or older
- Comfortable using a variety of technology platforms, such as Google Drive and Zoom
- Able to commit to a minimum of six months (breaks over the summer are acceptable)
- Able to volunteer a minimum of 2 hours per week and complete up to 10 hours in training with a STEM Coach over the six-month period
- Can provide two character or professional references
- Willing to submit to a background check
- Bilingual (not required, but strongly encouraged)
To volunteer:
- Express interest below to record this opportunity in your Volunteer New York! profile
- MANDATORY: Click here to complete your registration. Volunteers who do not complete this step will not be considered
Children & Youth Education
Families, Low-Income Communities
Mentoring & Youth Development,Tutoring
Age Minimum (with Adult): 16+, Minimum Age:16+
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