This role is advertised by Volunteer West, the volunteer resource centre of Australian Multicultural Community Services on behalf of Learning for Employment

Organisation description: Learning for Employment are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic volunteer tutors to provide English language support, community information and a general understanding of Australian culture.

The duties of the tutor include:

• Meet with the learner either face to face and/or online and provide English language support, community information and a general understanding of Australian culture
• Prepare appropriate sessions to meet the learner’s needs
• Maintain regular contact with the LfE AMEP Volunteer Tutor Scheme Officer
• Report on session deliveries using the appropriate reporting template

LfE are looking for a volunteer with the following essential skills and qualities:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills including basic digital literacy
• An understanding of and empathy for people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups
• Proficiency in English language, both spoken and written
• Ability to work independently
• Responsible record keeping
• Adherence to LfE’s Code of Conduct and the organization’s Child Safe Standards

No previous teaching experience is required. Volunteers from culturally and linguistically diverse background (CALD) are welcome.

Locations: Western suburbs of Melbourne, or Geelong or Ballarat.

Tuition might take place in:

• Learner’s home
• Local library, community centre or any other negotiated public place
• Local LfE site
• Online platform

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Learning for Employment is committed to providing equitable and accessible services in a safe environment. They welcome and encourage participation of members of our local communities regardless of ethnicity, culture, religion, language, gender, sexuality, age or ability.