SKILLED TUTOR VOLUNTEER - FAIRFIELD
Liverpool Volunteer Resource CentreSkilled Tutor Volunteers are needed for a settlement support program that provides social, cultural and educational support to newly arrived children and families of refugee and migrant background in Western Sydney.
Settling into a new school environment can be a challenging experience for newly arrived children. This Tutor program pairs newly arrived children in years 5 and 6, with a skilled Volunteer Tutor who assists in the delivery of an individualised learning plan.
About The Role:
- Work one-on-one, or with a small group of children, supporting each child’s academic development and English language acquisition, building their skills for learning in the classroom
- Tutor for an hour (minimum) per child within the school premises only, at an agreed upon time that is convenient for yourself and relevant school staff
- Complete reporting requirements for each child after tutoring session
- Communicate regularly with staff
- Volunteers are well supported with professional help and ongoing training
- Mandatory Training to be completed on Wednesday 2nd October 2019
About You:
Essential:
- University level qualification in Education or Teaching (Primary or High School), OR
- Equivalent experience teaching children: such as overseas teaching experience, OR
- Experience supporting primary aged children in school settings: such as School Learning Support Officer (SLSO), school counsellor, school psychologist
- Friendly, approachable, patient, creative, and sensitive to cross cultural issues
- Reliability and commitment are vital for the success of the program
- Willingness to undergo Police and Working with Children Checks
- Must be over 18 years of age
Desirable:
- EALD, ESL or TEFL qualifications or experience
- Demonstrated experience in building positive relationships with teachers and children
- Interest in refugee issues
- Ability to speak a relevant community language, e.g. Arabic, Farsi, Dari, Dinka
This is a fun and creative way to experience the diversity and richness of other cultures while enjoying the rewards of helping others. We would love to hear from you!