Opportunity Details
Virtual Opportunity - Bilingual (English-Spanish) Reading Tutors (Referral)
Azura Literacy's virtual reading tutor program pairs volunteers with elementary kids who are behind grade level in reading to help improve their reading skills and instill a love of reading. Volunteers read with students one-on-one on Zoom, sharing digital children's books and interactive tools to help kids read independently and listen to read-alouds.
Many of our students are Spanish-speaking, and their parents would like assistance helping them read in English. We are in need of more tutors who are bilingual in English/Spanish.
This program is virtual, so volunteers can serve from anywhere!
Volunteer requirements:
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at least 18 years old
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bilingual in English/Spanish
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have access to a computer and reliable, high-speed internet connection
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proficient in use of web browsers/navigating multiple tabs, using Zoom meetings/screen sharing/annotation tools
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pass a literacy screener
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have Level 1 fingerprint clearance: either a current, valid card or willing to apply through DPS - $65 application fee covered by Azura Literacy; volunteer responsible for $8.25 scanning fee
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ability to be reliable and punctual
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interview with the Director/demonstrate web & Zoom proficiency
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complete trainings: program e-training (self-paced: 6-7 hrs total); ASU e-nanocourses (self-paced: 2-3 hrs total); live Zoom prep meeting (1-2 hrs.)
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Commit to at least 1.5 hours per week (two 40-minute sessions plus prep time) for at least one semester (Fall or Spring - 16 wks, Summer - 8 wks)
Sessions are either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday every 40 minutes between 3:30pm - 6:50pm
If you are interested in joining us, click "Express Interest" below to be directed to our sign-up, or, contact our program director at Allyse.Hazeltine@AzuraCares.org or (480) 834-2117.
Children & Youth Education
Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+
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