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AMEP TAFE NSW Volunteer Tutor

Amep Tafe Nsw

ADULT MIGRANT ENGLISH PROGRAM (AMEP) The Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) was established in 1948 and was legislated under the Immigration (Education) Act 1971. The AMEP is funded by the Australian Government Department of Education and Training. It provides up to 510 hours of English language tuition for eligible new, adult migrants and refugees to help them learn foundation English language and settlement skills. The program supports the development of knowledge and skills that significantly improves the lives of students by providing pathways to greater social participation, employment, further study and training.

VOLUNTEER TUTOR SCHEME (VTS) The Volunteer Tutor Scheme is a program in which volunteers provide English language tuition and practice for 1-2 hours per week to migrants and refugees who are eligible for the AMEP. The one-to-one lessons can be conducted in locations such as libraries. TAFE NSW recruits, trains and matches tutors to students. Training to be an AMEP Volunteer Tutor Volunteer Tutors will be trained using an online resource A Course in Volunteer English Language Tutoring. The training course is designed to be the equivalent of a minimum of 15 hours face to face. The course is divided into 3 sections: Being a Volunteer Tutor, Language Skills and Your Student. Course content also guide tutors in assisting students with their settlement needs.

VOLUNTEER TUTOR SESSIONS AMEP students are entitled to 1 hour per week of Volunteer Tutor Scheme support as part of their AMEP entitlement. Students on refugee visas can have up to 2 hours per week of Volunteer Tutor Scheme support as part of their Settlement Preparatory Plan (SPP) hours. All session times are negotiated between the Volunteer Tutor and the student and will be flexible to suit your needs. ONGOING TRAINING AND SUPPORT The Volunteer Tutor Scheme Coordinator will support volunteer tutors through regular communication and providing training updates. TAFE values all volunteer tutors’ contribution to the program, we will continue to assist and support you with your work as a Volunteer Tutor.

BENEFITS OF BEING A VOLUNTEER TUTOR When you choose to become a volunteer you will be: • Making a positive and personal contribution to the community • Gaining rewarding cross-cultural experiences and skills in tutoring • Joining a community group of Volunteer Tutors to communicate with and share experiences • Interacting socially with new people • Attending social functions for Volunteer Tutors

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

You can not apply for this role as it is no longer available.