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Immigration Program: Document review for future PIP

Help clients assemble documentation of presence in the USA from 06/24/2014 – Present. PIP = Parole in Place, under a program called “Keeping Families Together.”

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Courteous and personable
  • Respect and maintain confidentiality
  • Spanish speaking preferred (but not required, although some basic knowledge is helpful)
  • Immigration staff will provide training

Time Commitment

  • Times TBD: Clinic format

Immigration Program: Consulate Appointments

Assist in making appointments with the Mexican consulate (and other Latin American consulates) for passport, National Electoral Institute (INE), etc.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Courteous and personable
  • Respect and maintain confidentiality
  • Spanish speaking preferred (but not required, although some basic knowledge is helpful)
  • Immigration staff will provide training

Time Commitment

  • Fridays from 1pm-3pm
  • Other times available

Immigration Program: Citizenship Campaign

Assist new citizens with voter education and registration, U.S. Passport application assistance. Prepare aspiring citizens for the civics and history test and citizenship interview, including mock interviews and application documentation prep.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Courteous and personable
  • Respect and maintain confidentiality
  • Spanish speaking preferred (but not required, although some basic knowledge is helpful)
  • Immigration staff will provide training

Time Commitment

  • 1-2 hours+ per week
  • M-F 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
  • Sat 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Creative Arts

Provide students with experiences and instruction in the visual, performing, and/or literary arts. Collaborate with students and staff to celebrate and uplift the rich and diverse cultures, contributions, and experiences of Latine communities.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Experience teaching, learning, or performing visual, performing, and/or literary arts
  • Outgoing and energetic to lead high school youth
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Courteous and personable when interacting with youth
  • Google form: https://forms.gle/TRCa68fQ4gMLGTrQ9

Time Commitment

  • 1x/week for 2 hours
  • Schedule TBD
  • Complete Google form

College Mentor/Peer Mentor

College Mentor for high school seniors, or Peer Mentor for Avanzando Through College (ATC) participants (students in year 1 or 2 of college or transfer). You will undertake a variety of tasks designed to support students including:

  • Support 1 or 2 students in their academic and professional pursuits.
  • Provide application support (FAFSA, college and scholarship applications, personal statements, Oakland Promise EOP, etc.)
  • Peer mentorship for ATC students to include- academic support, career guidance, social support and personal support.
  • Support students, providing insight, guidance, and exposure to social work as a major and career.
  • Develop students’ interests and aspirations.
  • Provide personal experience and create a road map for students to navigate their educational journeys.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Courteous and personable
  • Respect and maintain confidentiality
  • Spanish speaking preferred (but not required, although some basic knowledge is helpful)

Time Commitment

  • 1x/month for 1-on-1 check-in with case load
  • Per diem during scholarship application season October 1st - May 2nd.
  • Meet 1x/month, at a minimum, on Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Additional meeting times TBD by mentor and mentee

Marketing

Develop outreach materials. Assist in the promotion and execution of fundraising campaigns, events, and initiatives through social media channels and through in-person community outreach.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Ability to craft compelling stories about the impact of our programs
  • Basic understanding of social media platforms Facebook and Instagram
  • Basic graphic design skills; familiarity with tools like Canva

Time Commitment

  • 2 hours+ per week
  • WFH, hours are extremely flexible

Web Designer

Assist with the design and aesthetic aspects of our website, ensuring it is visually appealing, user-friendly, WCAG compliant and aligns with our organizational goals. Contribute to the creation of a design language for the organization, encompassing font selection, sizing, color palettes, and other visual elements.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Experience in/knowledge of computer programming or graphic design, digital production, and development
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to be self-taught and take initiative in learning new technologies and skills

Time Commitment

  • 2 hours+ per week
  • WFH, hours are flexible

Web Developer

Collaborate with staff to implement new features, spot mistakes, and review and test website functionality to identify errors and areas for improvement. Assist in optimizing the codebase for better performance and maintainability. Provide feedback and suggestions for enhancing user experience.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Proficiency in JavaScript, Next.js & SASS
    • (It’s ok if you don’t know Next.js or SASS but are willing to learn it) :)
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Experience with responsive design experience is strongly desired but not a must
  • Experience with Tailwind, Vercel, CI/CD pipeline development is desired but not required
  • Ability to be self-taught and take initiative in learning new technologies and skills

Time Commitment

  • 2 hours+ per week
  • WFH, hours are extremely flexible

Tutor in English, Math, Science, or General Education

The tutor will meet with high school age newcomer youth (beginner to intermediate level of English) on a weekly basis. Develop youth’s skills in reading, writing and speaking. Provide opportunities for students to make cross-language connections. Encourage students to participate, ask questions, and make them feel comfortable when questions are asked.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Experience teaching, learning, or performing visual, performing, and/or literary arts
  • Outgoing and energetic to lead high school youth
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Courteous and personable when interacting with youth
  • Be patient, respectful, and an attentive listener
  • Spanish and/or Mam speaking preferred

Time Commitment

  • 1x/week for 2 hours
  • Schedule TBD
  • Services provided in school setting

ESL (English as a Second Language) Instructors

The ESL Instructors provides content-focused ESL instruction which includes reading, writing, listening, speaking, and grammar as well as civic participation. An ESL Instructor’s duties may also include preparing course materials, individualized learning goals and tracking student progress.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Some teaching background
  • Outgoing and energetic to lead a class of adult English learners
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Courteous and personable when interacting with the public
  • Spanish speaking preferred (but not required, although some basic knowledge is helpful)

Time Commitment

  • 2x/week for 1.5 hours
  • Schedule TBD
  • 12 week commitment

Citizenship Tutor

The Citizenship Tutor will meet with groups (sometimes 1-on-1) of adults to review and practice civic questions in preparation for the citizenship test. Volunteers will support the participants’ preparation for the test including the ability to read, write, and speak basic English.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Outgoing and energetic to lead a class of adult English learners
  • Dependable and punctual
  • Courteous and personable when interacting with the public
  • Spanish speaking preferred (but not required, although some basic knowledge is helpful)

Time Commitment

  • 1x/week for 2 hours
  • Schedule TBD

English Conversation Volunteers

The English Conversation Volunteers will meet with newcomer youth, one-on-one or in a small group, to develop youths’ English speaking skills. Volunteers will provide opportunities for immersion conversational practice to build the confidence of newcomer youth to speak English. Be kind, patient and respectful towards youth.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Must present a professional appearance and a friendly manner
  • Must be dependable and punctual
  • Respect and maintain confidentiality

Time Commitment

  • Once or Twice a week for 2 hours

Event Assistant

The Event Assistant responsibilities include setting up the booth information as instructed by the Supervisor. Greeting and directing attendees to the organization’s booth. Answer general questions about the services we offered on site. Encourage and assist people to register to our programs and/or the Aztec Run.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Must present a professional appearance and a friendly manner
  • Must be dependable and punctual
  • Be courteous and personable when interacting with the public
  • Be self-directed, willing to take initiative, and detail-oriented
  • Spanish speaking preferred

Time Commitment

  • Event day for 8 hours