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Volunteering with ConNEXT Steps changes lives ...
… you can directly impact the lives of people facing language barriers and struggling to navigate complex U.S. systems. Your contribution can help them gain access to vital resources, services, and support, empowering them to overcome challenges and thrive in their new environment. But most importantly our volunteers create personal connections, allowing us to learn and grow together.
ConNEXT Steps offers flexible schedule options ...
Whether you wish to volunteer for an hour or are seeking an ongoing opportunity, ConNEXT Steps has a place for you.
Volunteer with ConNEXT Steps Language Program
All language programs operate from August through May following the Tomball ISD calendar. Classes meet at Covenant Methodist Church.
English as Second Langauge (ESL) Program
Tuesdays 7-8:30 PM
- NO teaching experience needed
- Teach in teams.
- Must be a native English speaker
- Training is provided.
Tuesdays, 6-8:30 PM
Sign up for 1 or more Tuesdays a month or the year.
- Make coffee
- Set up snacks
- Clean up the coffee bar.
Drop off by 6 PM
You can sign up for 1 or more Tuesdays a month or the year.
- Provide snacks (cookies and chips) for the ESL classes.
- Drop off the snacks at Covenant Methodist Church Tuesdays before 6 PM.
Setup at 6 PM and tear down at 8:30 PM.
You can sign up for 1 or more Tuesdays a month or the year.
- Help set up and tear down 6 ESL classrooms at Covenant Methodist Church on Tuesdays when Tomball ISD is open.
Greet at 6:45-7 PM; Wish ‘good night’ 8:30-8:45 PM.
You can sign up for 1 or more Tuesdays a month or the year.
- Greet and wish ‘Good night’ to ESL students at the door of Covenant Methodist Church on Tuesdays when Tomball ISD is open.
Spanish as Second Language (SSL)
Thursdays 7-8:30 PM
- NO teaching experience needed
- Teach in teams.
- Must be a native Spanish speaker
- Training is provided.
Thursdays, 6-8:30 PM
Sign up for 1 or more days a month or for the year.
- Make coffee
- Set up snacks
- Clean up the coffee bar
Drop off Thursdays by 6 PM
You can sign up for 1 or more days a month or for the year.
- Provide snacks (cookies and chips) for the SSL classes.
- Drop off the snacks at Covenant Methodist Church Thursdays before 6 PM.
Setup at 6 PM and tear down at 8:30 PM.
You can sign up for 1 or more days a month or for the year.
- Help set up and tear down 6 SSL classrooms at Covenant Methodist Church
Greet at 6:45-7 PM; Wish ‘good night’ 8:30-8:45 PM.
You can sign up for 1 or more days a month or for the year.
- Greet and wish ‘Good night’ to SSL students at the door of Covenant Methodist Church
Volunteer in Citizenship Pathway
Citizenship Coaching
Meet weekly or as agreed upon
- Meet weekly or as agreed with one or more Green Card holders who are preparing for their USCIS Interviews.
- Help them master English they will need to answer the knowledge USCIS requires (“The 100 Questions”)
- Coach and encourage them as they prepare for the Interview
Volunteer with Career Development
Employment Workshops
Employment Workshops are offered quarterly at Covenant Methodist Church. Workshops run 5 days. Monday through Friday from 9 AM-1:30 PM.
8:15-10:30 AM on workshop days
Sign up for 1 day or the week-long session.
- Make coffee
- Set up snacks
- Greet participants at the door 8:45-9 AM
- Clean up the coffee bar at 10:30 AM
Drop off before 8:30 AM
Sign up for 1 day or the week-long session.
- Provide snacks (cookies, chips, fruit, etc)
varies
After the completion of the (Spanish) program, participants need to complete resumes in English.
- Help participants create their resumes and review their English
- Assist them in the process of applying for jobs.
- Meet the participants at their ‘graduation’ on Friday from 12 to 1:30 PM of the session.
Entrepreneur Seminars
These seminars are on Saturdays from 9 AM – 12 PM various times throughout the year.
seminar hours
Flexible schedule of mentoring arranged with individual network participants
- Help entrepreneurs grow their businesses by mentoring them using your own business development experience.
- Attend an Entrepreneurship Seminar to meet participants.
- Join the ConNEXT Steps Entrepreneurs Network.
8:15-10:30 AM on workshop days
Sign up for 1 day or the week-long session.
- Provide snacks (cookies, donuts, fruit, etc.)
- Make coffee
- Greet participants at the door
- Facilitate participants’ meeting one another following the formal session.
Drop off before 8:30 AM
Sign up for 1 day or the week-long session.
- Provide snacks (cookies, chips, fruit, etc)
varies
After the completion of the (Spanish) program, participants need to complete resumes in English.
- Help participants create their resumes and review their English
- Assist them in the process of applying for jobs.
- Meet the participants at their ‘graduation’ on Friday from 12 to 1:30 PM of the session.
Volunteer to Raise Up the Next Generation
Parenting for Success
9-week classes are scheduled twice per year (Sept.-Oct and Jan.-Mar.) and meet on Sundays, 6-8:30PM. Classes meet at Covenant Methodist Church
Sundays, 6-8:30 PM
- Teaching and facilitating the class over 9 weeks.
- Must be Spanish speaking, preferably bilingual.
- Training and all class materials, including student workbooks, PowerPoint presentations, and videos are provided.
Sign up to serve for one or more weeks during the 9-week session.
- Provide Pizza for the participants and kids (typically 5 pizzas).
- Greet families at the door.
- Clean up the food bar after dinner
ages 15+
While parents are in class their children are hosted in soccer activities (skill drills and free play) on the onsite fields.
- assist with soccer activities and drills
Community service hour certification is provided for teens who volunteer. Training, program supervision, and background check services are provided by Sports Quest.
varies
While parents are in class their children are hosted in soccer activities (skill drills and free play) on the onsite fields.
- Chaperone kids for restroom breaks or while crossing the parking lot to the church facility.
Community service hour certification is provided for teens who volunteer. Training, program supervision, and background check services are provided by Sports Quest.
For me, volunteering with ESL has been more rewarding than any other professional experience.