Denver Public Schools 8th Grade Career Fair

WHAT TO EXPECT: 5,000 students meeting with 100+ business people and 45 high school and post secondary school representatives at tables set up in the Expo Hall. The students will have one hour at the Fair and the buses will start arriving around 9:15 a.m. We expect about 1,000 each hour.

WHEN: October 20, 2010

HOURS: 8:45 am – 2:00 pm (you need not volunteer for the entire time)

WHERE: National Western Complex-- Expo Hall 4655 Humboldt St. Denver CO 80216

DUTIES: Sit next to another person i.e., bring a friend, and guard the stairwells and exits into the other parts of the building we don’t want students entering.

PARKING IS FREE AND FOR THOSE WHO ARE THERE DURING LUNCH, LUNCH WILL ALSO BE PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE

PLEASE CONTACT: PATTY MULLIN: 303 753 1355 with questions or if you are willing to volunteer.

View the informational flyer here.

Take a Stand for a Child in Need

Foster parents provide a safe haven for the children in our community who need it the most. They’re called to action in a wide variety of scenarios for children from all racial and ethnic backgrounds who range in age from infants to teens. Foster parents stand up for children who are neglected and abused by providing safe, stable and nurturing environment for these children until they can be reunited with their families. In 2008, there were 1,693 children in foster placements from Denver County. As a foster parent, you’re not only doing the right thing for the Denver community, but you may even be helping out your own neighbor. We try to place children in foster families in their own neighborhoods to keep routines with schools and friends intact during difficult times. We need responsible, caring people to stand up for Denver’s children. Just the simple act of providing temporary shelter, food, a stable life and loving support helps tremendously. g a foster parent, call Denver Human Services at 720-944-4000, e-mail standup@denvergov.org, or visit www.denvergov.org/fostercare.

Denver District Attorney Juvenile Diverson Serivices

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Teachers Needed for Tutoring Positions

Summer Scholars in NE metro and downtown Denver is actively seeking teachers for part time teaching positions for our after school program, Scholars After School. This is a great opportunity for retired teachers to earn a little extra income. Teach 5 – 9 hours a week at $20.00/hr. If interested and want more information email jagnew@summerscholars.org or call 303-355-0290.

Arthritis Foundation Rocky Mountain Chapter

The Arthritis Foundation Rocky Mountain Chapter is seeking volunteers to help us provide support, education and outreach to the 819,000 people in Colorado who are living with arthritis.

We offer many opportunities and will work with you to find one that fits your interests and schedule. To learn more about these opportunities please contact Jill Lysengen, Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator, at jlysengen@arthritis.org or (303) 756-8622 ext.222, or visit http://www.arthritis.org/chapters/rocky-mountain/volunteer.php to view all the volunteer opportunities available and to fill out a volunteer application.

Part Time Special Education Teacher Needed

Ricardo Flores Magon Academy, K-4, charter school, in the north metro Denver community, is actively seeking a dynamic individual for the position of part time Special Education Teacher (.5) Great opportunity for retiree. Flexible schedule. Some Spanish language preferred. Submit application via email, ASAP: to marcos@magonacademy.com, or call (303) 412-7610.

MCA Denver

MCA DENVER is seeking volunteers that enjoy working with students in a creative environment. Docent K-12 Educators at MCA DENVER will guide visiting student groups through the Museum as well as teach audiences about MCA exhibitions and contemporary art. The Docent K-12 Educators also assist with workshops, presentations, and other learning opportunities in the featured education space, the Fox Family Idea Box. Volunteers are asked to commit 4 hours a week. For more information about Docent Educators at MCA DENVER contact Liz Newton, Education Curator, at 303.298.7554 or lizn@mcadenver.org.

Family Support Line Volunteer

The volunteer will provide intervention and information to parents and caregivers in need of support in their relationships with their children: responsible for providing educational information and community resources to parents, professionals, and others.

Time Commitment: 4 hours per week
Where: Your own home (evenings and weekends)
or at the Family Center (2163 S. Yosemite Street, Denver, CO 80231).
Why: To empower parents in strengthening family relationships.
For More Info: www.FamiliesFirstColorado.org or 303-745-0327

Denver Red Cross

The Red Cross is in need of volunteers. If you are interested, please fill out the online volunteer application at www.denver-redcross.org/volunteer_app and then contact one of our volunteer services representatives at 303-607-4759, 303-607-4744, or 303-607-7475 for prompt assistance.
You may also contact www.denver-redcross.org

Metro CareRing would like to encourage you to volunteer for 3 to 6 hours per week. The period from 9 AM to 3 PM is most critical. Opportunities are available for hands-on work in the pantry as well as working with clients at the front desk or by providing resource information to clients. Contact Brad Wood, Community Relations Director, at bwood@metocarering.org or call 303-860-7200 ext. 3699.