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Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities

Instructor of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Instructor of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

 

Have you always wanted to teach? Do you have a passion for helping others succeed? Become an English for Speakers of Other Languages(ESOL)Instructorand help toopenopportunities and increase the confidenceofadult non-English speakers.  No prior teaching experience necessary! 

 

Catholic Charities Immigrant Support Services system of integrated servicesuses a holistic approach toaddressourclients’ needs by providing wrap around social services, employment supportive services,and education and training programs in the communities of DC andGaithersburg. AsanESOL Instructor, youwill teach beginner to intermediate level English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses for adults based on Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) standards.Catholic Charities will provide youwithtraining on how to deliverESOL lessonsandkeep a record of student attendance.     

 

We are looking for both in person and virtual teachers to start in September.As a volunteer, you will teach 2 to 4 days a week depending on your availability and in-person orvirtuallyoverZoom.See the full list of skills, requirements, andcharacteristicsbelowto get started and applytoday! 

 

TheESOL Instructor Volunteers will be responsible for:  

  • Teachingan existing curriculum on day-to-day English  
  • Preparingto deliverlessons from Step-Forward series  
  • Attending trainings 
  • Keeping records of student attendance  

 

Desired Skills, Experience & Characteristics:  

  • Willingness to learn how to deliver lessons  
  • Able toconnect with learners  
  • Basic understanding ofMicrosoft Office Suite and internet skills(e.g. Google, Zoom)  

 

Qualifications:  

  • Willingness towork with the immigrant community  
  • fluent in English  
  • Willing to volunteer in person at a location in Montgomery County, MD 

 

Volunteer Benefits:  

  • Improved communication skills and teaching abilities  
  • An opportunity to meet people from all walks of life  

 

Support:  

  • Participate in Catholic Charities Volunteer Orientation  
  • Receive program-specific training at the SCC Gaithersburg office 
  • Receive training, supervision and support throughout the duration of session 
  • Have staff supervision onsite (for in person teachers) or virtually (for virtual teachers)  

 

Time Commitment: 

  • Volunteers commit to teach classes 2 or 4 days a week for 12 weeks.
  • 12-week sessions are conducted:
    • January - March
    • April - June
    • July (5-week mini-session)
    • September - December
  •  Volunteer training in ESOL instruction occurs in 2-hour sessions (6:30PM-8:30PM) for 2-days scheduled the week before the sessions begin.

Location & Schedule:

  • virtually, Mondays - Thursdays, 6:30PM-8:30PM
  • in-person, Mondays - Thursdays, 6:30PM-8:30PM @ St. Catherine Laboure Parish in Wheaton
  • in-person, Saturdays, 9:30AM-12:30PM @ St Martin of Tours Parish in Gaithersburg
  • in-person, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30PM-8:30PM @ Gaithersburg Library
  • Parking is available in front of the facilities

Next Steps:  

  • Complete the application at the green button to the right  
  • Talk with Catholic Charities staff member about the role to match expectations 
  • Complete the required screening: criminal history check (not disqualifying) 
  • Attend orientation 
  • Attend ESOL Instructor Training
  • Schedule your service 

 

 

 

Men’s Shelter Hospitality Volunteer

Men’s Shelter Hospitality Volunteer

 

Catholic Charities low-barrier shelters offer emergency housing to men over the age of 18. The Shelters are open from 5:00 PM to 9:00 AM and offer a hot dinner, access to case management, showers, and a bed each night. 

 

Shelter Hospitality Volunteers will assist staff and greet the men as they enter the Shelter in the evenings. The presence of these volunteers affirms the dignity of the men who stay at the Shelter and enables the staff to move around the Shelter and help people get settled. 

 

Activities of Shelter Hospitality volunteers at the direction of staff will:   

  • Greet the men who stay at the Shelter 

  • Serve dinner 

  • Distribute sheets 

  • Distribute mail 

  • Organize other volunteers to engage with the people for evening pastimes, such as board games, puzzles, drawing, seasonal crafts, etc. 

 

Desired Skills, Experience & Characteristics:  

  • A warm smile 

  • Ability to operate in a hectic environment 

  • Ability to initiate activities and engage with people at the shelter  

  • Ability to provide a sense of accompaniment and support for the people at the shelter 

 

Qualifications:  

  • Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age 

 

Volunteer Benefits:  

  • Volunteers will gain a clearer understanding of homelessness in our community 

  • Volunteers will have an opportunity to meet new people from all walks of life 

 

Support:  

  • Volunteers will participate in Catholic Charities Volunteer Orientation 

  • Volunteers will receive on-site training at their assigned shelter 

  • Volunteers will have on-site supervision from shelter staff 

 

Time Commitment:  

  • Volunteers will serve for approximately 2 hours, once a week 

  • Volunteers will consistently serve on the same day of the week (e.g. every Monday) 

  • Volunteers can serve any evening of the week, between the hours of 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM 

  • Volunteers will serve for at least 6 months 

 

Location:  

Volunteers serve at one of the following locations: 

New York Avenue Men’s Shelter 1355 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002 

  • Street parking is available in the area and there is a parking lot is located at the MOM’s Organic Market 2 blocks from the shelter 

  • The Shelter is a 1.3 mile walk from the NoMa-Gallaudet U Metro Station (Red Line)  

  • The Shelter Is accessible by the E2 bus from Fort Totten and the D4 bus from Franklin Square 

Adam’s Place Men’s Shelter, 2210 Adam’s Place NE, Washington DC 20018 

 

Staff Point of Contact 

New York Ave Men’s Shelter – Larry Gooch, Yvette Day 

Adam’s Place Men’s Shelter – Devenn Johnson, La Rue Bulluck 

801 E Men’s Shelter – Paola Flores, Crystal Edmons 

 

Next Steps:  

  • Complete the application at the green button to the right  
  • Have a brief, informal Get to Know You conversation with Catholic Charities Volunteer Office staff member
  • Talk with the staff liaison for this role to match mutual expectations 
  • Complete the required screening, e.g., criminal history check (not disqualifying) 
  • Attend volunteer orientation 
  • Schedule your service 

Women’s Shelter Hospitality Volunteer

Women’s Shelter Hospitality Volunteer

 

Catholic Charities low-barrier shelters offer emergency housing to women over the age of 18. The Shelters are open from 5:00 PM to 9:00 AM and offer a hot dinner, access to case management, showers, feminine toiletries, and a bed each night. 

 

Women's Shelter Hospitality Volunteers will assist staff and greet the women as they enter the Shelter in the evenings. The presence of these volunteers affirms the dignity of the women who stay at the Shelter and enables the staff to move around the Shelter and help people get settled. 

 

Activities of Shelter Hospitality volunteers at the direction of staff will:  

  • Greet the women who stay at the Shelter 
  • Serve dinner 
  • Distribute sheets 
  • Distribute mail 
  • Organize other volunteers to engage with the people for evening pastimes, such as board games, puzzles, drawing, seasonal crafts, etc. 

 

Desired Skills, Experience & Characteristics:  

  • A warm smile 
  • Ability to operate in a hectic environment 
  • Ability to initiate activities and engage with people at the shelter  
  • Ability to provide a sense of accompaniment and support for the people at the shelter 

 

Qualifications 

  • Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age 

 

Volunteer Benefits:  

  • Volunteers will gain a clearer understanding of homelessness in our community 
  • Volunteers will have an opportunity to meet new people from all walks of life 

 

Support:  

  • Volunteers will participate in Catholic Charities Volunteer Orientation 
  • Volunteers will receive on-site training at their assigned shelter 
  • Volunteers will have on-site supervision from shelter staff 

 

Time Commitment:  

The Shelter Manger and the Volunteers will set up a mutually acceptable schedule that meets the following criteria:

  • Volunteers will serve for approximately 2 hours, once a week 
  • Volunteers will consistently serve on the same day of the week (e.g. every Monday) 
  • Volunteers can serve any evening of the week, between the hours of 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM 
  • Volunteers will serve for at least 6 months 

 

Location:  

Volunteers serve at one of the following locations: 

Harriet Tubman Women’s Shelter 1910 Massachusetts Ave NE Washington DC 20003 

St Josephine Bakhita Women’s Shelter 6010 Georgia Ave NW Washington DC 20011 

 

Staff Point of Contact 

Kiesha Adams, Shelter Manager 

 

Next Steps:  

  • Complete the application at the green button to the right  
  • Have a brief, informal Get to Know You conversation with Catholic Charities Volunteer Office staff member
  • Talk with the staff liaison for this role to match mutual expectations 
  • Complete the required screening, e.g., criminal history check (not disqualifying) 
  • Attend volunteer orientation 
  • Schedule your service 

Montgomery County Family Center

Montgomery County Family Center

New York Avenue Men's Shelter

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