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Richfield Dual Language School

http://www.rdls.richfield.k12.mn.us/

Agency Description: The Richfield Dual Language School represents the first suburban dual immersion

program in the State of Minnesota. The school opened its doors in September 2007 with 100 kindergartners.

Each year we added a grade level resulting in a k-5 elementary school for the 2012-2013 academic school year.

Younger grades are taught 90% in Spanish and 10% in English. Then, the percentage of class time taught in

English moves up with each grade, with 5th grade taught in 50% English and 50% Spanish. About fifty percent

of the students are native Spanish speakers.

We seek volunteers that would like to assist the teachers helping students with academic activities (reading,

writing, and math). Our schedule goes from 7:45 am to 2:10 pm.

Our Vision

In partnership with our families and the community, the vision of the Richfield Dual Language School is to

prepare all students to become lifelong learners and leaders in their local and global communities who

successfully meet or exceed grade level expectations in English and Spanish through an education built on the

foundations of bilingualism, strength of diversity, academic rigor, critical-thinking, and mutual respect.

Our Goals

Development of high levels of proficiency in the students’ first and second (or additional) languages

High academic achievement in both languages of study

Development of positive cross-cultural attitudes and behaviors

Job Description: The student volunteer will work as an assistant teacher, working with a small group of

students or one on one. After we complete the registration and the scheduling process, the assigned RDLS

teacher will provide information to the volunteer regarding academic tasks in the classroom.

Expectations: Please be on time and sign in the visitor’s book and the volunteer book every time you come to RDLS to do the service, and every time you leave the building.

Beeman Hassouni, Sarah

Intermediate Spanish 1

SPAN 2100-10

Spring 2015

Center for Experiential Education

952-358-8119

servicelearning@normandale.edu

www.normandale.edu/cee

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(Richfield Dual Language School cont.) Report your absences by sending an e-mail to your assigned teacher and the volunteer coordinator and/or by calling your teacher to his/her classroom line. Read the RDLS Family Handbook for information regarding procedures, guidelines and policies of the school and district. You can find the Family Handbook and more information about our school by visiting http://www.rdls.richfield.k12.mn.us/

How to Apply: The spring service-learning registration deadline for RDLS is January 23rd.

You can apply by e-mailing Nelly Korman, RDLS Outreach Worker and volunteer coordinator, at

nelly.korman@richfield.k12.mn.us

Please include the following information:

-Name, phone number, email address

-That you are a Normandale student and how many service hours you need to completeYour level of Spanish

-Your schedule/when you would be available to volunteer

-What grades would you be more comfortable working with (K-5th)

-What academic activity would you prefer, reading/writing or math Jane Addams School for Democracy

www.janeaddamsschool.org Agency Description: Jane Addams School for Democracy brings together immigrant families with college students and community members to engage in dialogue, public work, and education focusing on the principle that everyone is a teacher and a learner. Our mission is to free and cultivate the talents, cultures, and interests of ordinary people of diverse backgrounds and traditions, in order to add their energy and wisdom to the common public wealth. JAS is inspired by the vision of democracy, productive citizenship, and popular education held by settlement house pioneers like Jane Addams where people can come and work together to achieve goals and improve the community. JAS values’ are:

1) Everyone is a teacher and a learner 2) We honor all cultures 3) Citizenship means making contributions to the community 4) Adults and children learn together 5) Changes can happen when people work together

Job Description: There are currently 2 learning circles at JAS. On Mondays (6:30-8:30pm, Baker Center, 209 W. Page Street, St. Paul, 55107) we have a Spanish Circle. Students must commit to participating on the same day weekly throughout the semester (2.5 hours per week, or about 25 hours total for the semester). In the adult circles, we have a cultural exchange discussion (with translation) for part of the night. For the other half of the night, learning pairs (of college student and immigrant adult) work together on preparing for the citizenship test, literacy learning, computer skills, conversation, social action, and collaborative projects. Special requirements: Each night for 30 minutes prior to the learning circle (Mondays 6:00-6:30 pm) we have Welcome Workshop sessions for college students to reflect on their experience, develop relevant skills, and discuss issues related to their community work. Students are required to attend. How to Apply: Contact Derek Johnson at 651-209-3519 or 612-330-1451 or email johnsod1@augsburg.edu. Applicants are accepted on a first come, first served basis. Apply early!

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CLUES:

www.clues.org Agency Description: CLUES is Minnesota’s largest Latino agency and serves the community in four distinct areas: Health and Family Well-being, Economic Vitality, Educational Achievement, and Civic and Cultural Engagement. Our services focus on the Latino family, however, our experience enables us to serve individuals and families from all walks of life. Agency Mission: to advance the capacity of Latino families to be healthy, prosperous, and engaged in their communities. Locations for All Positions:

CLUES Minneapolis: 720 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407

CLUES St. Paul: 797 East 7th Street, St. Paul, MN 55106 Requirements for All Positions:

Complete a volunteer application (found at www.clues.org) and submit to volunteer@clues.org.

Attend an initial interview with CLUES staff.

A criminal background check may be required.

Volunteer Position Descriptions:

Adult ESL Tutor: Assist adult learners in acquiring the English language and life-skills necessary to overcome the obstacles in their everyday lives. Spanish NOT required.

Responsibilities: Use the CLUES curriculum and resources provided to prepare engaging lesson plans for each class, communicate with program coordinator, and maintain accurate attendance records and log a lesson report on CLUES's website for each class.

Schedule and Commitment: Volunteers must teach one daytime or evening class per week for the entire term. o 2015 Spring Term: Monday, January 26th-Thursday, April 30th, 2015 o Class Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

Morning Classes: 10:00am-12:30pm

Evening Classes: 6:00pm-8:30pm

Requirements and Training: Attend the CLUES New Volunteer Orientation Training on Saturday, January 24th, from 9:00am – 3:00pm.

Children’s Teacher: Work with preschool-aged children and lead activities in reading, art, early math, science, and group games while their parents attend ESL classes. Spanish Required.

Responsibilities: work cooperatively in the classroom to supervise and educate multicultural students through literacy-based games and activities.

Schedule and Commitment: Volunteers must teach one daytime or evening class per week for the entire term. o 2015 Spring Term: Monday, January 26th-Thursday, April 30th, 2015 o Class Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

Morning Classes: 10:00am-12:30pm

Evening Classes: 6:00pm-8:30pm

Requirements and Training: Attend the CLUES New Volunteer Orientation Training on Saturday, January 24th, from 9:00am – 1:00pm.

Tax Prep Program Assistant: Assist CLUES staff in providing free tax preparation services to clients with low or moderate income who are primarily Spanish-speaking.

Responsibilities: volunteers have their choice of serving as a Tax Preparer, an Interpreter, or a Screener. Spanish is required for all positions except Tax Preparer.

Schedule and Commitment: Volunteers should commit to one evening per week for the duration of tax season.

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o Tax Season: Tuesday, February 3rd, - Wednesday, April 15th, 2015 o Scheduling Options:

Tuesdays from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at CLUES Minneapolis Thursdays from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at CLUES St. Paul

Requirements and Training for ALL Tax Prep Program Volunteers: o Complete and pass a Volunteer Standards of Conduct Quiz o Attend a CLUES Tax Prep Volunteer kickoff event and orientation on Friday, January 30th from 5:00 –

8:00pm

Requirements and Training for TAX PREPARER Volunteers ONLY: 1. Attend a VITA Training (select one training option):

January 5th – January 9th, Evenings, at MN Department of Revenue January 13th – January 17th, Evenings, at MN Department of Revenue January 17th – January 18th, Times TBD, at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Burnsville

2. Complete a and pass required VITA Certification Test Youth Tutor: work with school-aged students in one-on-one tutoring sessions while their parents attend ESL classes. Spanish helpful but NOT required.

Responsibilities: Tutors will assist with homework, build literacy skills, and be a positive mentor for the students while following lesson plans provided by Coordinator, or creating new ways to introduce learning games and activities.

Schedule and Commitment: Volunteers must teach class per week for the entire term. o 2015 Spring Term: Monday, January 26th-Thursday, April 30th, 2015 o Class Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

Evening Classes: 6:00pm-8:30pm

Requirements and Training: Attend the CLUES New Volunteer Orientation Training on Saturday, January 24th, from 9:00am – 1:00pm.

Partnership Academy:

www.paschool.org Agency Description:

Partnership Academy is a K-5 Charter School in Richfield. They serve a diverse student group and the school

has a large population of Latino students for whom Spanish is their first language. Partnership Academy is

authorized by Project for Pride in Living (PPL), a nonprofit housing and social services organization. Through

this authorization, PPL seeks to empower students from low-income families to achieve success in school and

in life through academic support and hands-on enrichment opportunities.

Location: 305 E. 77th St. Richfield 55423

Position Description:

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After-School Program Tutors/Mentors:

Partnership Academy seeks volunteers of diverse backgrounds and experiences to help make reading, writing,

and learning fun. Volunteers serve as After-School Program Tutors/Mentors Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday

3:45-5:30 pm. Most volunteers serve 1 or 2 days per week; the minimum commitment is serving one night per

week for a minimum of 1 semester.

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However, we intend to recruit volunteers that can commit to a full academic school year.

After-School Program Tutors/Mentors:

• Support youth as they engage in fun literacy-building activities

• Help youth meet individual literacy goals in a 1:1 or small group setting

• Provide hands-on attention that empowers youth to develop greater self-confidence and stronger literacy

skills

• Demonstrate a commitment to youth through consistent attendance and encouragement

• Work with staff to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment. A yearlong commitment is

preferred, though students can volunteer for the semester.

How to Apply:

After-School Program Tutors/Mentors: Fill out an application on Project for Pride in Living's website:

http://www.ppl-inc.org/how-to-help/volunteer/

Click on "Click here to see current individual volunteer opportunities." The application is listed under "Youth

Development-Partnership Academy".

If you have any questions, please contact Partnership Academy's Program Coordinator, Jonathan Ceballos, at

jonathan.ceballos@ppl-inc.org or by phone at (612) 888-3801.

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