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Northeast Family YMCA

This volunteer opportunity is for members who are interested in teaching or subbing an aqua class. Each volunteer must be trained by shadowing an employee staff aqua instructor. The volunteer must be deemed ready to teach by the trained staff.

Community International Seniors

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I.D. Pennock Family YMCA

Volunteers needed to lead a bible story time on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month from 9:30-10:00 am. This includes 10 minutes of song time, 10 minutes of reading and 10 minutes for a take-home craft/activity. The Bible we are using will be provided for use (Spark Story Bible), but volunteers may bring additional materials with them. Stories will be assigned. Volunteers will be teaching 2-5 year olds. Staff will be present at all times for any issues that may arise. There is no food allowed in the Exploritorium, so no need for snacks or candy. A CD player is provided with CD’s if volunteers do not have songs.

Children & Youth Faith-Based

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Northeast Family YMCA

The Northeast Family YMCA Community Advisory Council advises branch operations and provides support and guidance to Northeast Family YMCA staff.

Advocacy & Human Rights Board Development Children & Youth Education & Literacy Emergency & Safety Seniors Sports & Recreation Women

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I.D. Pennock Family YMCA

Rock the babies, feed bottles, cuddle the kids who are crying, play with the kids, pick up toys, play pretend with the kids, have fun!

Children & Youth Community Seniors

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Northeast Family YMCA

POSITION SUMMARY: Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas, including such duties as mopping, dusting, and trash removal. May complete duties related to window washing, meeting set up, pool cleaning, snow removal, groundskeeping, and other related responsibilities.

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I.D. Pennock Family YMCA

Volunteer basketball coach for Youth Basketball League for the YMCA of Rock River Valley. The coach is responsible for all aspects of directing the team’s practice and play in games. Most boys/girls participating will have previous experience playing basketball, but others will be playing their first organized basketball game. The team will have 8-10 players. League games are played Saturdays Northeast YMCA and the ID Pennock YMCA. Coaches should hold one, one-hour practice per week for the duration of the season. Coaches are responsible for calling players and finding a substitute coach if coach cannot attend practice. This position is without compensation. Coaches also have the opportunity to be of service to the community by providing guidance and leadership to our youth. The positive impact that coaches have on the lives of young people is an intangible reward and impossible to value.

Children & Youth Sports & Recreation

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Northeast Family YMCA

Internship at the Northeast Family YMCA assisting with a variety of facets of the Y from programming, marketing, membership, child care and sports.

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Northeast Family YMCA

Help out serve our kids at the Northeast Family YMCA

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Youth Achievement YMCA

Volunteering at Kids' Time includes an array of opportunities for developing youth. Some of these includes homework assistance, physical activity, team building and more. Volunteer opportunities can be created and shaped to fit the desired outcomes or passions that you have as a volunteer.

Children & Youth Community Education & Literacy Sports & Recreation

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Camp Winnebago Branch YMCA

Volunteer Summary Responsible for the cultivation and care of the landscaping . Mows, weed wacks, pulls weeds, and maintains the grounds outside of buildings. Primary responsibilities Perform groundskeeping and building maintenance duties. Mow lawn either by using a push and riding lawnmower. Trim and edge around walks, flower beds, walls, and activity areas. Landscape by planting flowers, grass, shrubs, and bushes. Sweep walkway of debris. Cut down tree limbs that are posing a danger. Trim shrubs and pull weeds. Perform minor repairs and maintenance procedures on equipment utilized in groundskeeping. Install lawn furniture. Rake, mulch, and prune the grounds as needed.

Environment

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I.D. Pennock Family YMCA

greeting Members

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Youth Achievement YMCA

On-site mentoring of youth ages 13-19. Engage in recreational activities, build positive relationships with youth, lead structured conversations, be a leader and positive role model.

Children & Youth Community Education & Literacy Great for 55+ Great for Groups Teen Leadership

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Central Office YMCA

Assist our staff in greeting our members and giving tours to new members. This is a great opportunity for someone to get connected with others and build relationships with our members!

Children & Youth Community Faith-Based People with Disabilities Seniors Women Great for 55+

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I.D. Pennock Family YMCA

Retired Men's Club Board Members

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Northeast Family YMCA

Tutoring at East High School for refugee after-school tutoring program Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:40 to 5:05 Adopt a family - one visit a week or every other week to a refugee family who needs extra assistance. Ride Program- willing to drive a refugee participant and possibly children to various appointments or work Training for these programs will be provided. Citizenship classes

Advocacy & Human Rights Education & Literacy Employment Immigration & Refugees Race & Ethnicity

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Central Office YMCA

Come help serve dinner at our local Rockford Rescue Mission impacting the lives of our friends and families in need.

Homeless & Housing Hunger

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I.D. Pennock Family YMCA

Serves on the Board

Seniors

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Central Office YMCA

Working with the COO the intern will assist operations by providing administrative, program, people, and special event support. The COO work with the intern to plug them into areas they are passionate and want to learn more about.

Employment

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I.D. Pennock Family YMCA

Teen REACH aims to increase academic achievement and enhance life skills fundamental for success for youth ages 11 to 19 while providing a safe environment. The Volunteer Teen Reach Student Tutor will work with participants of the Teen REACH program, helping with specific academic subjects and encouraging students on their path to achieving academic success. RESPONSIBILITIES  Tutor participants in areas where difficulty is experienced, such as math, science, reading, social studies, foreign language, etc.  Help participants prepare for tests (ACT/SAT, standardized tests, placement test, etc.)  Improve self-esteem and academic confidence in participants through patience and positive encouragement REQUIREMENTS  Age requirement of 18 +  Complete background check  Completed orientation for the Teen REACH program  Ability to specialize in a subject area preferred

Children & Youth Community Education & Literacy Great for 55+

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