Citizenship Education Volunteer

Company: International Rescue Committee
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. Opportunity Title: Citizenship Class VolunteerLocation: In-person at various LA Public Library BranchesState Date: March 2025Duration: 4-6 months, Flexible hours - evenings and Saturday morning needs NOTE: This is an unpaid opportunity. ABOUT US:The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity, and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home.ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:The Citizenship Volunteer will serve refugees and members of the local immigrant community by providing the civics and history knowledge needed to pass the United States Citizenship Exam. Volunteers will work closely with the IRC-LA Adult Education Program Supervisor.RESPONSIBILITIES:Share the knowledge required to pass the United States Citizenship Exam by either assisting or leading our citizenship classes.Use the provided curriculum, PowerPoint presentations, flashcards, and other materials to teach your class.Help enroll students in class.Coordinate with IRC-LA staff.Respond to student's needs within the scope of the class.Take charge of necessary documents and pass them on to IRC-LA staff as needed.Occasionally working 1:1 with clients to complete citizenship applications.OPPORTUNITY OUTCOMES:Volunteer will gain experience in working with clients of diverse backgrounds, gaining cultural competency through one-on-one interactions.Volunteer will gain a wide range of communication and interpersonal skills while building a professional relationship with their client.Volunteer will develop teaching and leadership skills that will translate well to other professional endeavors.REQUIREMENTS: Bilingual speakers preferred (Spanish, Armenian, Farsi, Dari, Ukrainian, etc.)Fluency in spoken and written EnglishAt least a US High School Diploma or familiarity with US History REQUIRED.Flexible availability during the evenings and weekends (usually Saturday mornings).Reliable transportation to various LA Public Library Branches.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Engaged in learning about the broader IRC mission, philosophy, global work, and local efforts. Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies. Update Standard of Professional Conduct: The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality. Cookies: https://careers.rescue.org/us/en/cookiesettings US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles. Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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