YSA Internship & Volunteer Opportunities
There is a positive correlation between students that earn good grades and those who are involved in community service. Volunteering helps teens gain new skills that are crucial for the demands of our growing economy
BIG IDEA
Giving back to the community
Self Confidence
Leadership
Communication skills
Dependability
Time management
Decision making.
Opportunities
Teacher Assistant
Reading Specialist Assistant
Enrichment Assistant
Volunteering
Retail
Pantries
Data Entry
Restocking
Teacher Assistant
Teacher Assistants provide individualized support to help students meet standards, including teaching in ways that are both culturally responsible and responsive. Being a student teacher will provide you plenty of opportunities to work with students from diverse backgrounds who have diverse needs and interests.
Reading Specialist Assistant
Reading Specialist Assistant is responsible for organizing and managing collections of journals, books, magazines, newspapers, electronic documents, and other data resources. At the primary and elementary school level, reading specialists assistants are also responsible for organizing mini lessons, guided reading and story time.
Enrichment Assistant
The Enrichment Assistant is under the supervision of the Enrichment Coordinator. The intern performs various duties as assigned for the operation of the STEM Enrichment activities and assisting where needed. No previous training or special knowledge of STEM procedures is required.
Regina Blount, Program Director
rblount@riseshine.org. (828) 884 - 2697