Philadelphia SquashSmarts Looking For Volunteer
Instructors & Academic Tutors
Posted September 14, 2011
What is SquashSmarts?
SquashSmarts is a free after-school program for Philadelphia School District students in grades 5-12. Our mission is to combine the sport of squash with academic tutoring and mentoring of under-served, urban youth in order to develop self-esteem and discipline through academic, athletic and personal achievement.
Volunteer Opportunities
SquashSmarts is offering caring individuals a unique opportunity to connect with and improve the lives of young student-athletes. Volunteers may choose between academics and squash-fitness and are asked to commit to either one afternoon per week or two afternoons per month for at least three months, and preferably longer! This helps our staff ensure a more meaningful relationship develops between our students and volunteers.
Academic Tutors: Academic tutors work one-on-one with students on a daily enrichment curriculum which focuses on the basics of literacy and math as well as college and career preparation and daily homework assignments. No prior tutoring or squash experience is required. Academic tutors needed Monday through Thursday from 4:15pm to 6:15pm.
Squash Instructors: Squash instructors drill, practice and share their love of squash with one or two students per session. A basic knowledge of the game is required. Squash instructors needed Monday through Thursday from 4:15pm to 6:15pm and Saturdays from 10am to 12pm.
We look forward to hearing from you!
For more information, please contact Katie Bicknese, Program Director, at Katie@squashsmarts.org
Skills:
Passion for working with youth
Squash experience for squash instructors
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