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Early Learning Essentials

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Classroom shifts run from October through May but other opportunities are available year-round. Click on the "GET INVOLVED" tab to learn more!

What is Early Learning Essentials?

Early Learning Essentials volunteers promote school readiness by assisting preschool-aged children of low-income families to enhance their social and cognitive development. Volunteers doing classroom shifts help the teacher with assigned areas of the curriculum, mealtime, arts and crafts, reading, and anything else they may be doing that day. Other opportunities include translating, event assistance and facility projects such as repair and painting.

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How do I get involved?

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Volunteer Description: Volunteers assist children in the classroom by reading to them and playing games with them. Their role is to create a meaningful connection with the students and be a positive role model.

Volunteer Commitment: Volunteers are encouraged to come weekly.

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    The program leaders will respond within 24-48 hours with a link to sign up for a shift in the classroom or other opportunities offered.

Directors

Available by email at earlylearning@byu.edu

Stephen Amos, Lead Program Director

801-500-1625
Office Hour: Mondays 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

Jack Chytraus

801-231-7538

Russell Mercer

801-830-7749

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