Become a Reading Buddy Volunteer

 

 

This placement involves working with children one to one. You will be working with children aged 4 - 12 to help them progress their reading ability.

Working with children individually and in small groups you will meet them regularly and encourage a diverse and exciting approach to reading. This results in an extremely positive and rewarding experience, forming a strong bond with the children you help. Not many volunteering oportuinties allow you to see the impact you are having so obviously.

Read a case study of a student on this project.

 

Volunteer Role:

• To provide one to one assistance, guidance and encouragement to children who struggle with reading.

• Any help the teacher may require with teaching the class.

Skills Required:

• A good listener.

• An Enthusiastic and constructive personality.

• Creative in overcoming problems

• To be able to commit to a regular half-day timeslot once every week.

Potential Skills/Experience Gained:

• Communication skills.

• Teaching/Classroom experience.

• Confidence, Leadership, Teamwork and problem solving skills.

   

   

  If you are interested in the above project, make sure you know the important dates!