Elementary Virtual Newcomer Homework Support Tutor
(Frontier College, Guelph Location)
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| Opportunity Details | ||||
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| Impact Statement | Help newcomer children reach their potential. | |||
| Contact | Emily Davies-Robinson, Community Coordinator, Frontier College; Phone: 519-496-3079; Email: guelph@frontiercollege.ca | |||
| Duties | Developed to address the needs of newcomer children and youth in Guelph & Wellington County, Frontier College virtual tutors work 1:1 or 1:2 via Zoom helping with math, science, reading & writing. In partnership with Immigrant Services Guelph-Wellington, this virtual homework club program will involve approximately 12-15 registered learners paired with an individual tutor who will support them with completing their school assignments as well as provide supplementary literacy and numeracy support. Our spring session will run from the beginning of May until the end of June. Frontier College and Immigrant Services Guelph-Wellington run virtual newcomer homework support programs on Monday afternoons from 4:45pm-6:15pm (learners in grades 2-4) between May 9 and June 27 (no program on May 23 due to the Victoria Day long weekend). and Tuesdays from 4:15pm-5:45pm (learners in grades 5-8) between May 10 and June 21. We have a high need for new volunteer tutors for both programs. Volunteers are only asked to support one program/week. | |||
| Sustainable Development Goals | Good Health and Well-Being ; Quality Education ; Reduced Inequality | |||
| More Info Link | https://www.frontiercollege.ca/Get-Involved/Volunteer/Volunteer-Inquiry-Form | |||
| Benefits | - Gain valuable teaching and tutoring experience - Meet new people - Develop communication and leadership skills - Make a positive impact in the lives of others | |||
| Clients | Newcomer elementary students | |||
| Ages | 16 year(s) and up | |||
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Persons with limited mobility | |||
| Areas of Interest | Education Support (Elementary / Secondary) ; Education Support (Tutoring / Instruction) ; Volunteer from Home / Virtual | |||
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Leadership ; Mentoring & Training ; Public Speaking ; Team Work ; Web & IT ; Writing & Editing ; • Familiarity with using Zoom and the internet • Sensitivity to and/or understanding of the immigrant experience and challenges facing newcomers • Commitment to equity and anti-oppressive practices • Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds • Warm and friendly demeanor and positive attitude • Maturity and an active listener • Patient and punctual • Self-initiative and enthusiasm • Teaching experience and additional languages an asset • Application form, interview, references and police vulnerable sector check required | |||
| Commitment Length | Short Term (Up to 4 months) ; Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Long Term (More than 1 year) | |||
| Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Small Group | |||
| Minimum Hours | 1.25 / Week | |||
| Dates and Times | Monday: Afternoon, Evening (4:45 pm - 6:15 pm) Tuesday: Afternoon, Evening (4:15 pm - 5:45 pm) | |||
| Seasons | Spring ; Minimum one semester with the option to continue. | |||
| Accessibility | Not Applicable | |||
| Location | Virtual (via Zoom) | |||
| Number of Positions | Guelph 16 individual(s) needed in total. Please submit a volunteer inquiry via the Frontier College website and we will follow up with you with a new volunteer application link: https://www.frontiercollege.ca/Get-Involved/Volunteer/Volunteer-Inquiry-Form | |||
| Training | Training is provided ; Training is required ; Scheduled training - Mandatory online tutor training to be held on Tues. May 3 from 6:30pm-9:00pm or Thurs. May 5 from 2:30pm-5:00pm. | |||
| Transportation | Not applicable | |||
| Application Deadline | 03 May 2022 | |||
| Police Check | Required | |||
| Additional Requirements | All interested applicants are required to attend a 20-minute virtual interview in mid-late April (times flexible), complete an one-hour online orientation training prior to program placement and attend a new tutor training session. New volunteer tutors MUST attend a mandatory Frontier College tutor training on either Tues. May 3 from 6:30pm-9:00pm OR Thurs. May 5 from 2:30pm-5:00pm via Zoom. | |||
| Social Media | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FrontierCollegeGuelph Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frontiercollegeguelph/ | |||
| Start Date | On or after 09 May 2022 | |||
| End Date | 21 Jun 2022 | |||
| Display Until | 03 May 2022 | |||
| Agency Details | ||||
| Organization Name | Frontier College, Guelph Location | |||
| Toll Free Phone | Toronto 1-800-555-6523 | |||
| Fax | 416-323-3522 | |||
| Website | www.frontiercollege.ca/Programs/By-Location/Ontario/Guelph | |||
| Address & Map | Guelph, ON | |||
| Mailing Address | c/o Emily Davies-Robinson - Frontier College 42 Carden St Guelph, ON N1H 3A2 | |||
