Homework Assistance Program

Organization Address:
Erie Neighborhood House Head Start
1347 W. Erie St.
Chicago, IL, 60622

Organization Supervisor:
Michael Guarrine
312-432-2261
mguarrine@eriehouse.org

The Chicago School Liaison:
J. Andy Smith, Ph.D., Post-Doctoral Fellow
312-467-8620
andysmith@thechicagoschool.edu

Days/Hours Available for Service Learners:
Weekdays available with hours from 2:00-5:00

Description of Service Learner Role:

  • Provide assistance to director of literacy programs for school-aged children
  • Provide homework assistance in reading and writing skills, arithmetic, and other academic subjects
  • Provide supervision of children in designated homework areas
  • Participate in regular meetings and training sessions with other members of school-age program staff

Organization Requirements:
  • Interview with Chicago School liaison and submission of CV
  • Erie House volunteer application (to be completed during interview)
  • TB test results (within one year)
  • Background Check

Number of Placements Available:
Three service learner placements available

 

Community Partnerships Contacts

Director
Jill Glenn, LCSW

CES Coordinator
Sayaka Machizawa, Psy.D.

Postdoctoral Fellow
Andy Smith, Ph.D.

Postdoctoral Fellow
Morag Sutherland, Psy.D.