Conversation Groups help English learners to build fluency skills and speaking confidence. Each Conversation Group of up to 12 adult English learners from intermediate to advanced levels is led by two co-facilitators. This is a weekly, 1½-hour commitment for a minimum of three months.
English At Large Beginner English classes are taught on Tufts University and Brandeis University campuses by student volunteers. If you have a Masters in TESOL, a CELTA or TEFL ESL teaching certificate, or have experience teaching ESL in the U.S. or abroad, and are interested in supporting the student volunteers at either university with classroom…
CAL volunteers support the Career Readiness Group, a 15-week program that covers the skills needed to start a career in the US. The topics include resumes, cover letters, networking skills, job interview skills, and information about US workforce culture.
The Book Group Discussion Leader’s main role is to facilitate book or short story discussion for groups of 10-12 intermediate to advanced English learners. This role requires a 3-hour weekly commitment for 6 weeks, including 1½ hours of weekly meeting time. Discussion leaders read the short story or book prior to the start of session,…
YouthBuild Boston’s community service and corporate engagement initiative, bringing together YBB, a UBuild project sponsor, and a community partner for a one-day service event to engage volunteers to make an immediate positive impact in Boston’s neighborhoods. It allows employees of socially responsible corporations and small businesses to partner with YouthBuild Boston to make a difference…
Offered every Saturday throughout the academic year, SMASH is a two-hour study hall where Scholars can work independently, collaborate with other students, and receive one-on-one tutoring. Volunteers support Scholars by serving as tutors and mentors, and these meaningful relationships help students gain confidence, build their academic skills, and stay on track for college.
Want to directly impact the lives of promising, motivated Scholars? Then join us on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school! Volunteer tutors help Scholars complete homework, facilitate educational games and activities, supervise recess, and more.
There are many additional opportunities for you to contribute to Steppingstone’s work throughout the year. Activities include: speaking on a career panel, becoming a Steppingstone Ambassador, mentoring a Steppingstone Alumni, visiting Steppingstone to see our programs in action, or hosting an event.
Are you a Steppingstone Alum who wants to support younger Scholars? If so, we’d love to hear from you! Steppingstone is always looking for volunteers to mentor Scholars who have graduated from high school. These Alumni support students by looking over resumes, discussing career paths, helping with graduate school applications, finding scholarships, and more.
Assist our main office with daily administrative tasks. This may include greeting visitors, preparing materials for events, helping with research projects, and contributing to an overall positive environment. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in an office setting with some amazing people.