Tuesday, 2 September 2014

[YEP-DC] Needed: Volunteer teaching mentors with the Washington Nationals Academy!

We are currently looking for volunteers for the 2014-2015 school year!

The Washington Nationals Youth Baseball Academy is a year-round educational and athletic facility designed to provide high-quality after-school and summer learning programs for boys and girls in neighborhoods east of the Anacostia River. 

Creative programming, based on nationally acclaimed models, will help boys and girls: 
Develop a passion for and skill in the game of baseball
Improve English Language Arts, Science and Mathematics outcomes
Be physically active, learn about nutrition and how to cook healthy foods
Grow through the years with an organization committed to their success

Overview:
WNYBA invites qualified volunteers to support its academic enrichment programs. These mentors will build a rich community that exposes young scholars to new perspectives and many forms of support. Our mentors, in turn, are rewarded with the experience of making a dramatic and clear impact on the lives of young people — and they are connected with a like minded adults who share both a passion for the game as well as education.

Teaching Mentors Commitment
What: Teach a small group of 3rd, 4th, or 5th graders in a core academic subject: Math (STEM), English Language Arts, or BrainFood (only available Thursdays) using provided baseball themed lessons.
When: One night a week from 6:00 - 7:45 pm, on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, or 4:00 - 6:00 pm or 6:00 - 7:45 pm on Thursdays (as a Brain Food Assistant!) + 1 hour of lesson preparation per week.  

Qualifications:
Mentors do not need to have any prior teaching experience to be a mentor and the curriculum is pre-developed and highly-structured. All we ask of you is your time and your energy. You will be a role model to your scholars, and you will play an important part in their lives as you develop relationships with them.

Requirements:
Ability to make an academic year long commitment, September to May.
Ability to lead engaging activities and lessons.
Complete an interview, background check process, and TB Test. 
Flexibility and willingness to learn and attend all required trainings.

The following qualities are preferred but not required:
Experience working with youth.
Experience with curriculum and instruction.
A working knowledge of the rules of baseball/softball.

The WNYBA is located at 3675 Ely Place SE.  Street parking is available, and a shuttle is provided from the Stadium-Armory Metro (Orange/Blue lines) at 5:30 pm.

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