Volunteer

Make a difference in the lives of our clients by volunteering with Indo-American Center

Literary Tutors and Instructors

Literacy tutors and instructors have the opportunity to teach or tutor adult English language learners as they develop reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Volunteers can either teach a regular class, a small group or work individually with students. Classes meet Monday-Thursday afternoons, 3 to 5 pm and Saturday mornings, 10 am to noon.

Literacy training is provided, including 12 hours of ELL training through Literacy Works and ongoing observation of staff instructors and seasoned volunteers. Volunteers are also given the opportunity to network with fellow volunteers at ongoing supplemental trainings offered through Literacy Works and IAC’s Education & Employment department.

Please click here to fill out the Volunteer Literacy Tutor application OR contact Volunteer Coordinator, Milon Trilling, directly at mtrilling@indoamerican.org or (773) 973-4444 ext. 132.

Citizenship volunteer

Citizenship Education is one of our services which enables eligible green card holders from our communities to prepare for the final interview. Qualifying them to become US Citizens. Volunteers will be able to help students learn about and prepare for their citizenship interviews with the United States Department of Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Interested in supporting the process to Citizenship by volunteering?

Click here to see the kind of volunteer opportunities available. Complete the form and our Citizenship Education Team will follow up with you or email: citizenshipclass@indoamerican.org.

IAC Community Volunteer Form

Thank you for your willingness to serve and volunteer with the Indo-American Center. Your participation truly contributes to our mission to address the needs of South Asian immigrants as well as people from more than thirty nations over the world. IAC provides services that facilitate their adjustment, integration, and friendship with the wider society, nurture their sense of community, and foster appreciation for the diversity of culture and heritage.