Adult Education Intern
 International Rescue Committee | |
 United States, Virginia, Charlottesville | |
 April 17, 2024 | |
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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and more than 25 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees delivers lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. BACKGROUND: Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a leading, non-sectarian, non-profit organization providing emergency relief, protection, rehabilitation assistance, resettlement services, and advocacy for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. Domestically, our 28 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency. SCOPE OF WORK: The intern will assist the ESOL and CO teacher with various aspects of the programs. Tasks may include setting up the classroom, making copies, answering clients' questions regarding language and culture, assisting with classroom activities, occasionally providing childcare and transportation RESPONSIBILITIES: *Attend ESOL and CO classes on designated days *Arrive a few minutes early to check in with teacher about the day's classroom activities *Assist struggling students with class assignments. *Assist with set-up and tear-down during Cultural Orientation *Provide supervision for young children when present. *Help integrate digital literacy in the classroom *Other duties as assigned *Record hours and submit completed timesheet for each month via the IRC's online Volunteer Dashboard. Minimum Qualifications: *Preferred availability for class times- Monday-Thursday 9:30am-11am and Friday 10am-1:30pm *Excellent verbal communication skills *Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree or recent graduate *Patient, reliable, and flexible *Exposure to other cultures and languages is a plus. *While a personal vehicle is not required, it would be helpful on occasion. This position is unpaid and reports to the Adult Education Specialist. IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability. Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way - our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures. | |