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Electrician English Conversation Tutor

Australian Syrian Charity
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This role will offer you the chance to make a real difference in the lives of refugee families who are new to Melbourne.

The key responsibilities of this role are

  • Taking part in regular (preferably weekly) conversation sessions. We are currently doing virtual conversation sessions over video chat until it is safe to resume face to face sessions. 
  • Practicing professional jargon through role-plays and interactive sessions that you’ll design yourself based on your own professional experiences as an electrician
  • Working collaboratively with the Program Coordinator and other English conversation volunteers to report on sessions and provide input to the program 
  • Act as a role model and mentor to people with complex and often traumatic backgrounds

Selection Criteria

  • A strong command of the English language and great verbal communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in electrical work in Australia
  • A strong interest in working with people from a culturally and linguistically diverse background and /or complex or vulnerable backgrounds and a great degree of cultural sensitivity in your everyday work
  • Demonstrated flexibility, patience and cross-cultural communication, especially in building rapport with people
  • A creative and enthusiastic approach with the ability to motivate people
You can not apply for this role as it is no longer available.