All applicants must submit an application form and read the position description, which can be found on NRCH Website under 'Get Involved'

Position Objective

To provide a supportive environment to enhance academic achievement amongst primary and secondary school students residing on the Richmond Housing Estate.

Key Responsibilities

• Encourage students attending the program in their academic studies, assisting and tutoring where possible.
• Engage students with educational games
• Provide social support including, mentoring and positive role models to students.
• Encourage students to form social connections with other students in the Program.
• Monitor student progress both academic and social within the group and report on and record appropriate information in consultation with the Group Coordinator.
• To raise any concerns about individual students or the Homework Support Program with the Group Coordinator as they arise.

Key Selection Criteria

• Able to assist students in with their homework, in particular, Maths or Science
• Facilitate educational games with younger students
• Able to relate to students in a friendly and positive manner
• Able to communicate information clearly to students
• Be patient and flexible
• Have an understanding of the student’s backgrounds and how this may impact on their studies
• Able to practice/provide services in a manner that is sensitive and responsive to cultural requirements

Desirable

• Have a tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline

A Volunteer Application Form MUST be submitted. Form and Position Description is on our website under 'Get Involved'. NRCH will pay for your Police Check.