Monday, August 30, 2021

Maryland Mentor Corps

I wanted to let you know that Maryland Mentor Corps is gearing up for a great semester with lots of opportunities for UMD students to get involved and to support local youth and adults! We are recruiting students until Friday, September 3. We have some exciting new programs this semester!

Apply now to become a mentor with Maryland Mentor Corps in one of our great programs below! Join other Terps in service to youth and families in our community!

►NEW PROGRAM (limited slots available)! Maryland Family Literacy Program (Virtual): Mentors provide 1:1 and small group English Language tutoring and conversation practice for local adults.
Shifts Available: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday; 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. every week of the semester.

►NEW PROGRAM (limited slots available)! Higher Achievement Middle School Reading & Mentoring Program (In Person): Work with a small group of 5th-8th grade scholars as they engage in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. No experience needed! Training, lesson plans, and activities will be provided.
Shifts Available: Tuesdays; 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

►NEW PROGRAM (limited slots available)! Latino Student Fund K-5 Tutoring (Virtual): Provide virtual tutoring (via Zoom) in reading and/or mathematics to local elementary school students.
Shifts Available: Thursdays; 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

► Maryland Reading Program (In Person): Mentors work one-on-one with 1st and 2nd grade students who are struggling with reading.
Shifts Available: Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m, every week of the semester.

► Maryland Math Program (In Person): Mentors work 1:1 or in small groups with 4th graders who are struggling with math.
Shifts Available: Monday through Thursday; 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., every week of the semester.

Applications will be accepted until Friday, September 3 so apply now:
stamp.umd.edu/MMCFall2021