DIGS Reading Partner | Salvation Army York

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Description

  • Overview & responsibilities: The DIGS Reading Partner will support students in grades K-4 in meeting their reading tutoring goals.  These goals are set by the Learning Center Director with assigned tasks for each student which will focus on hands-on/experiential learning.  The DIGS Reading Partner will be assigned specific students to assist.   This may be one-to-one or small group (read alouds).  Training and all materials necessary for completion of tasks are provided. 
  • Volunteer schedule: This is an ongoing (Evergreen) project. Interested volunteers will work with the Salvation Army York to determine a recurring volunteer schedule. 
  • Volunteer requirements & signup
    1. Click "Respond" below, so that you are added to our list of YCP volunteers. Include the days and times you are typically available to volunteer. 
    2. Complete the Salvation Army volunteer application.
    3. Check your email in the coming days.
      • A staff member will reach out to discuss your availability for this project.
    4. Submit up-to-date clearances.
      • All volunteers must submit a up-to-date Child Abuse Clearance and PA Background Check.
      • Volunteers who do not have a PA home address must also submit an FBI fingerprint-based background check.
      • send your up-to-date clearances to Michele.Baughman@use.salvationarmy.org
  • Supplies: All supplies are provided by the Community Partner.
  • Transportation: Volunteers must be able to provide their own transportation.
  • Contact: Questions? Please reach out to Michele L. Baughman, Learning Center Director at Salvation Army York, at Michele.Baughman@use.salvationarmy.org or 717-848-2364 ext. 242.

Details

Get Connected Icon 18 and older
Get Connected Icon Is Wheelchair Accessible
Get Connected Icon Interested volunteers must complete Salvation Army Volunteer Application.
Get Connected Icon Background Check and Clearances Required
Get Connected Icon Volunteer must be able to provide their own transportation
Get Connected Icon Able to work with elementary age students.
Get Connected Icon Requires: Personal vehicle waiver (updated February 2023)

Location

Get Connected Icon 50 East King Street
York, PA  17401