Adult ESL Teachers--Greeley truly is an international city with people from Latin America, East Africa, Central and Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. Many relocate to Greeley without knowing the English language. Christ Community hosts two 10-week long sessions every year free of cost.
Interest: Teaching/Compassion/Hospitality
Available: Varies depending on size of ESL session
Location: Cameron Community Center (1424 13th Ave., Greeley)
Day/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00-9:00 pm
Frequency: Once or twice a week
Contact: Katy Acosta--k_acosta@comcast.net
Kid's Hope USA Mentors--Make a difference in the life of an at-risk elementary school student by spending one hour a week encouraging him and becoming his friend. This ministry enables you to make a huge difference in the life of a young person.
Interest: Children/Teaching/Mentoring/Compassion
Available: 75 positions
Location: Maplewood Elementary School
Day/Time: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 pm
Frequency: Once a week
Contact: Michelle Bieri--michelleb@cccgreeley.org
Teachers' P.E.T.S. Volunteers--Public school employees are often overlooked as people in powerful and influencial settings needing to be ministered to. P.E.T.S. (Practical Encouragement for the Teacher's Soul) is for someone willing to engage in a one-on-one relationship with a public school staff member and commit to serving that person in practical ways so that they are encouraged professionally, valued personally, and infused with the love of Christ.
Interest: Mentoring/Compassion/Hospitality
Available: Varies depending on size of staff department
Location: Maplewood Elementary School
Day/Time: Schedule open depending on volunteer
Frequency: Once a month
Contact: Marlis Riddle--riddlemvp@yahoo.com
VERGE Mentors--When students transition from elementary to middle school, they are often bombarded with a new set of social pressures and more challenging school work. By investing one hour a week in the life of a middle school student, you can impact the future of our community!
Interest: Children/Teaching/Mentoring/Compassion
Available: Varies
Day/Time: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays from 3:00-4:00 pm
Frequency: Once a week
Contact: Rosann Holman--rosannh@cccgreeley.org