Adult Education Volunteer Tutor

General Description : Volunteer tutors assist adult learners with literacy, numeracy or English language skills in a supportive environment. Tutors encourage and support students by helping them develop confidence and a positive attitude about education.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Meet with student(s) weekly for 1:1 or small group tutoring sessions for 1.5 – 2 hours per week for a minimum of six months.
• Engage students in the decision-making process of developing an education plan and setting goals.
• Plan and design lessons and activities that support the students’ educational goals.
• Review and select appropriate instructional materials that reflect the students’ interests and levels.
• Maintain a positive and encouraging learning environment that acknowledges and celebrates the students’ progress.
• Complete and submit required paperwork, including attendance records, goal sheets, and student progress reports, in a timely manner.
• Maintain professional boundaries with students.
• Refer students to other HACC services, as needed, in consultation with the Adult Education Manager.
• Stay informed about Adult Education programming through the newsletter and other communications and participate in professional development activities of interest.
• Maintain in regular communication with the Volunteer Tutor Coordinator regarding your tutoring match.
• Respond to emails and phone calls in a timely manner.
• Honor student confidentiality.

Qualifications: To perform the volunteer tutor responsibilities, an individual must:

• be at least 18 years of age;
• complete a 12-hour tutor training, and a 2 hour HACC orientation and classroom observation;
• be able to relate to individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds;
• have good listening, speaking, reading and writing skills;
• be dependable, prompt, flexible and patient.

Required Education and/or Experience: A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required. Previous volunteer experience, especially working with adult learners, is helpful but not required.

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