Volunteering with Local Schools
Page One Literacy Project
Page One strives to nurture a love of reading in elementary school students in the local community. Every week, small groups of two to three volunteers prepare reading and craft activities designed to engage and inspire young students at several schools throughout Addison County. In addition to the weekly sessions, Page One organizes special events in partnership with the Ilsley Public Library, including themed reading experiences like Harry Potter events.
Volunteers have the flexibility to commit to a regular schedule or participate as their availability allows.
This program is ideal for individuals who enjoy reading and want to share their passion for books with the next generation.
Learn more: Page One Literacy Project
Contact: pageone@middlebury.edu
Nutrition Outreach and Mentoring
Nutrition Outreach Mentoring (NOM) partners with local schools to offer cooking experiences for the students, aiming to build community through food and food education. NOM organizes events where students volunteer and learn about healthy local foods and develop important life skills related to nutrition.
Student volunteers engage with young people in hands-on cooking sessions, helping them gain independence and knowledge on healthy eating.
This program is an excellent fit for those who enjoy cooking, working with children, and seeking involvement in the wider community.
Learn more: NOM
Contact: nom@middlebury.edu
Language in Motion
Language in Motion is an educational collaboration that connects Middlebury’s international, study abroad, and upper level language students with Addison County elementary, middle, and high school teachers, students, and classrooms.
With support and training, Middlebury College students prepare and deliver lessons that promote global awareness, intercultural competence, and world language acquisition.
Learn more about Language in Motion under our Intercultural and Global program offerings.
Recess Buddies
Are you a member of an athletic team at Midd? If so, you can volunteer with some of your teammates to provide regular support during recess and lunchtimes in a local elementary school. Play games and sports with kids and build relationships with the same kids over time! Commitment to volunteering with the same school on the same day each week is important.
Everybody!Wins Program
Everybody!Wins is a non-profit organization that provides literacy-based mentoring for children in the local schools. Middlebury College students often volunteer with Everybody!Wins to build a supportive relationship with a single kid and support a love of reading and learning.
Reach out to EverybodyWins! Middlebury (middlebury@everybodywinsvermont.org) to learn more about local volunteer opportunities with them.
Substitute Teaching
Most local schools have paid substitute teaching opportunities available. Reach out to Shannon McClain (smcclain@middlebury.edu) for more information regarding local substitute teaching openings.