Mentor & Tutor Refugee Middle School Students (DYAD Program)

Volunteer Opportunity: Mentor & Tutor Refugee Middle School Students (DYAD Program)

Organization: Partnership for the Advancement and Immersion of Refugees (PAIR)

Location: Houston, TX

Time Commitment: Mondays or Wednesdays, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Description:

PAIR is seeking dedicated volunteers for our DYAD program, a newly launched initiative providing one-on-one mentorship and tutoring to refugee and newcomer middle school students. Volunteers will help students develop their English language skills, build confidence, and succeed academically.

We are currently looking for 2-3 volunteers per day at the following locations:

📌 Welch Middle School – Mondays, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

📌 Jane Long/Las Americas Middle School – Wednesdays, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Volunteer Requirements:

✔️ Formal experience teaching ESL, tutoring ESL, or working as a teacher or tutor

✔️ 25 years or older (preferably working professionals)

✔️ Valid form of ID (Driver’s License)

✔️ Access to a vehicle

By volunteering with PAIR, you’ll provide crucial support to students adjusting to a new culture and education system. If you’re passionate about education and mentorship, we’d love to have you join us!

📌 How to Apply:

Complete the Spring Volunteer Application : https://www.pairhouston.org/volunteer-application

For questions or more information, please contact Sian Agard, VISTA Volunteer Coordinator at sian@pairhouston.org

Thank you for helping us empower refugee and newcomer students in Houston!