If you enjoy working with young people, gardening or assisting teachers and school personnel, or if you want to help communities in East Austin, these opportunities will be of interest to you. Time commitments vary, from just a couple of hours a month, to two evenings a week. Some volunteer tasks require that you undergo a criminal background check.
All volunteers undergo basic orientation and reference screening.
No previous experience necessary. ESL tutors teach adults from the local community how to speak English. Most ESL students are natives of Latin American countries. Class levels varies from beginning to advanced English. One must possess at least a Junior High level of literacy to serve as a tutor.