The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is advertising this role on behalf of Alamein Neighbourhood & Learning.

Alamein Neighbourhood & Learning is a friendly neighbourhood house located in Ashburton, running programs in adult community education in English, technology, employment and job skills, as well as local community activities, men's shed, community garden, CHSP, a chatty cafe, community referral and events.

We are looking for volunteers to support our wonderful students with their literacy.

TASKS/DUTIES INVOLVED:

• Assist with setting up the room for the class.
• Assist students with their tasks as directed by the teacher.
• Clarify topics for students, where appropriate and needed.
• Encourage students to engage in and complete their work.
• Assist teacher with resource organisation (photocopying, iPad distribution, etc.)
• Assist with packing up the room as required at end of session.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED:

• Strong ability in spoken and written English.
• An excellent understanding of English spelling.
• Strong ability to work under supervision and independently.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• A caring, affirming approach, which encourages people to try new activities.
• Strong ability to build rapport with people with slight intellectual disabilities, diverse abilities, and people from English as an Additional Language (EAL) backgrounds.
• Tutoring or teaching experience is valuable but not essential.