Category: Children/Youth Services
Contact: Dominique Pettway
Phone: 214-750-7637
Email: dpettway@hearthousedallas.orgCampus Proximity: Richland and Eastfield
DART Availability: Yes
Vehicle Required: No
Special Requirements: Participants will be expected to: Attend a pre-service training to learn about Heart House and the curriculum Be available for a minimum of two days/week 3-6 p.m. Have at least a high school diploma Have some experience working with children. Have a desire to grow and learn in the field of education
Specific Opportunities: Students participating in service learning projects at Heart House will get the opportunity to work with students and families from across the world at one of our eight sites. Heart House serves students from kindergarten to eighth grade, so participants will work with either K-second, third-fifth sixth-eighth. Participants will work in the sites to implement curriculum, help with homework and work with students.
Potential Projects This Year: Holiday activities (holiday themed visits and gift distribution to elderly patients) and patient companionship visits (talking, playing games)