ESL for ABM
ESL for ABM is a volunteer program for students of all teaching experiences and backgrounds (including none at all). Students will have the opportunity to work with our primarily Spanish-speaking ABM janitorial staff by teaching free English classes once a week. A small time commitment of just 1-2 hours per week, ESL for ABM is an incredible way to gain ESL teaching experience and connect with ABM employees to help them overcome language barriers. Spanish-speaking ability not required.
Contact Griselle Ong, Amatoga Jeremie, and Louise Head at tuftsesl.lcs@gmail.com.
Junior Achievement
Volunteers with Junior Achievement have the opportunity to go to local schools and teach students in grades K-6 about basic economic and business principles. Lesson plans, all activities, and materials are provided by Junior Achievement. Volunteers teach one 45-50 minute class a week and scheduling is flexible.No previous knowledge of economics necessary.
Contact Eliza Tadley and Robbie Havdala at juniorachievementlcs@gmail.com.
Kids to College
SPRING SEMESTER VOLUNTEERS ONLY. Kids to College works with local 6th graders to teach and motivate them about the importance of college and how they can start preparing now. Volunteers visit classrooms once a week and also welcome the students to Tufts to tour the campus and experience many aspects of college life such as dining halls and a variety of organizations and departments. Volunteers are needed for both the classroom and campus visits.
Contact Alisha Bouzaher or Hunter Kopald at lcs.kidstocollege@gmail.com.
Tutoring
Volunteer to tutor a student from the Medford/Somerville communities for one hour a week! This is a great mentoring opportunity in which you can help K-12th graders excel in their subject of difficulty and become a strong role model. Tutoring sessions take place on-campus . No experience needed!
Contact Alyza Devraj and Ammar Khaku at lcs.tutor@gmail.com.