Jobs 253 Opportunities

OPPORTUNITY FILLED - The Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC) offers annual summer programming opportunities for all Pierce Country Youth. Programming will be from July - August, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2 PM - 4 PM. APCC offers plenty of exciting opportunities for students to explore: College Field Trips, Social Media Workshops, Scholarship Education, Leadership Building Programs, Film Making Workshops, Community Volunteering, Wild Plant Education Outdoor Activities, and Job Placement/Career Planning.

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OPPORTUNITY FILLED - Bryant Neighborhood Center - Tutoring. The Trinity Afterschool Program (TAP) is the literacy tutoring program of the Bryant Neighborhood Center - a community hub that links residents with high-quality resources where young minds learn and grow, relationships are formed, and basic needs are met while amplifying residents’ vision for the community. TAP provides a safe and caring place where early elementary students learn and grow in their abilities, accomplishments, and outlook on life through one-on-one literacy tutoring. 

The What

The Trinity Afterschool Program (TAP) is a social-emotional literacy program that pairs 1st-3rd graders who are referred to the program by teachers from Bryant Montessori. One-on-one tutoring is Monday-Wednesday; Thursday is group activity day. The goal is to help each student read at grade level by the time they graduate from the program.

The Why

The Hilltop Neighborhood of Tacoma exemplifies the positive and negative effects of gentrification. Many neighbors have been displaced by rising property costs, yet many of the children and youth we serve are considered vulnerable or at-risk due to poverty, lack of resources, family instability, or other life circumstances. TAP helps early elementary students read better, in a caring and supportive environment, to help them gain more self-confidence in their abilities, their imaginations, and in their outlook on life.

The Where

TAP meets in the Bryant Neighborhood Center (BNC) Mondays-Thursdays, 4:00-5:00 pm on the lower level of the historic Trinity Presbyterian Church located at 1619 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405. 

The When

TAP goes from mid-October through mid-June. Tutors volunteer mostly on Mondays-Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 pm, although there are some opportunities on Thursdays. We accept new tutors throughout the school year. 

OPPORTUNITY FILLED - Eastside Community Center: Black Legacy Event and Participatory Project - Co-Create!

15 students will have the opportunity to co-create during the Eastside Community Center's Black Legacy Event! Students will support and participate in a community budgeting survey, where the community will be voting on how $10,000 will be used at ECC. Students will engage with our community/youth to collect their votes on how best to use the money.

Students will be afforded the invaluable opportunity to actively participate in various community initiatives and projects, fostering a deep sense of civic responsibility and social connectedness. Through their engagement, students will not only contribute meaningfully to the community but also acquire a spectrum of essential life skills that are highly transferable and instrumental in their personal and professional growth.

• Time: This is a 40-hour experience from March 1st, to March 19th.
• Date: Monday-Friday 1:30 PM to 7:OO PM, Saturday/Sunday 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

• Orientation date Feb 20th, 3:30pm-4:30 at Eastside Community Center

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OPPORTUNITY FILLED - GESA High School Credit Union Student Tellers at Mt. Tahoma High School Credit Union offer hands-on financial industry experience. Students manage the Campus Branch during lunch breaks, conducting transactions and implementing marketing strategies.

Hours: 40 hours total.

Schedule: After-school meetings and 1-2 lunch shifts/week at the high school credit union.

Responsibilities:

• Under direct supervision of a GESA Education Specialist.
• Act professionally and maintain confidentiality.
• Attend training sessions and adhere to credit union policies.
• Participate in financial literacy curriculum and marketing projects.

Campaigns & Events:

• Soft Opening: Introduces branch operations without advertising.
• Grand Opening: Students plan and execute a themed event with an allocated budget.
• Spring Financial Literacy Campaign: Rewards engagement and promotes financial literacy.

Learning Outcomes:

• Training covers credit union services, procedures, and regulations.
• Systems training for transactions and financial software.
• Marketing strategy development and campaign-specific training.
• Eligibility for HSCU scholarship after four months of participation.

DISCLAIMER: This opportunity is only open to 5-10 Mt. Tahoma Students who demonstrate a commitment to supporting the launch of the high school credit union and general employability skills. Students who apply will be evaluated.

OPPORTUNITY FILLED - People's Community Center - Black History Month

Creating healthy opportunities to play, learn, and grow! Celebrating, informing, and learning about Black History.

Help us honor the rich history of our black community and celebrate, educate, and embrace the blacks living and working on the Hilltop in Tacoma! Your contributions include:

Black History Art Projects with Teens, Black History Month Celebrations and Healthy Kids and Families Carnival set up, and other various types of assistance.

All Jobs 253 Students will receive a Familiarization Card after 25 hours of work, allowing free entrance to many of Metro Parks site:  Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Meadow Park Golf Course, Northwest Trek, Free Registration to a Run Event, etc.

Dates: 4 Fridays in February and 2 Saturdays in February.

Times: Morning, afternoon, and evening shifts.

Location: Peoples Community Center. 1602 MLK Jr. Way. Tacoma, WA.

OPPORTUNITY FILLED - Stewart is looking for high school high achieving 11/12 graders currently enrolled in high-level Math and ELA to help support students at Stewart MS in Math and ELA intervention classes. The high school students will work under the guidance of our Community in Schools Coordinator, College Success Foundation Coordinator, and Math and ELA teachers.

Where: Stewart Middle School. 5010 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408

Applicants: 11th or 12th grade Tutors

When: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays | 3:00 - 4:30 PM

Morgan Family YMCA Counselor in Training (CIT) Program Overview

Dive into a rewarding summer experience with the Morgan Family YMCA's Counselor in Training (CIT) program! This unique volunteer opportunity is perfect for high school students who are eager to work with younger kids, aspire to be community leaders, and are looking to make meaningful connections.

Why Join?

• Gain Valuable Experience: Develop crucial work skills, including interpersonal communication and professionalism, in a supportive and fun environment.
• Lead and Mentor: Support Day Camp staff by leading games, activities, and mentoring campers.
• Pathway to Employment: This program is not just a summer commitment; it's a stepping stone towards potential employment opportunities at the YMCA.

Program Details:

• Location: Morgan Family YMCA, Tacoma, WA.
• Commitment: Selected CITs will work for two consecutive weeks during the summer. Participants must also complete a training session in the spring.
• Cost: Absolutely free, no YMCA membership required.

Don't miss this chance to make your summer count by developing your leadership skills and preparing for a bright future. Interested? Apply below!

"Join us and transform your summer into an adventure of growth, learning, and unforgettable memories!"

Apply Now!

OPPORTUNITY FILLED - Walking School Bus Route Leader

Are you 16 or older? Want to help mentor youth? Become a Walking School Bus leader with your local elementary or middle school! 

As a Walking School Bus leader, you will help elementary and middle school students get to school on time by walking with them along a designated route to (or from) school and stopping at “Walking School Bus stops” to pick up more students. 

You can receive a teen Mental Health First Aid certification - a respected certificate for your resume and helpful for your interactions with peers and youth.

Where: Walking School Bus leader positions are available for:  Roosevelt, Stafford, Fawcett, Lister, and Sheridan elementary schools; First Creek and Baker Middle schools.
School placement may vary depending on school and mentor sign-ups. We will work with you on your desired placement as best as possible.

When: Mondays – Fridays for elementary or middle school arrival OR dismissal times.

Elementary arrival shifts -- 8:10-9:10 am on M, T, Th, F and 9:10-10:10 am on Wednesdays
Elementary dismissal shifts -- 3:20-4:20 pm M-F

Middle school arrival shifts -- 7:15 – 8:15 am M, T, Th, F and 8:20 - 9:20 am Wednesdays
Middle school dismissal shifts -- 2:35-3:35 pm

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