• 4 people are interested
 

English Tutor

Save to Favorites

ORGANIZATION: Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest

  • 4 people are interested
New LSS Logo

English is an integral part of the refugee resettlement process. Few clients who do not speak English can successfully find employment and attain quality of life for themselves and their families after years of violence, trauma and the struggle to survive with meager resources. Because English language competency is necessary for most employment in the United States, clients require special assistance practicing material from the formal ESL classes offered through our agency.

Duties and Responsibilites

  • Provide small group lessons in English as a second language for refugee clients
  • Provide instruction and curriculum with guidance from Refugee Focus staff
  • Plan interactive activities designed to improve English vocabulary, speaking, writing, and reading skills
  • Help clients with assigned ELT homework as needed
  • Provide a safe environment for practicing English language conversation
  • Assess the needs of the client in relation to English language learning and alert Refugee Focus staff of any barriers to education
Qualifications

Applicants should have experience teaching or tutoring. Experience teaching or tutoring English of English as a Second Language classes are highly preferred.

Clearances Required & Training
Fingerprint clearance card required.

If you are interested in this role please fill out our online application so that a staff member can give you a call with more details, answer any questions you have, and make sure it is a good fit for you or your group: http://bttr.im/vhj24

17 More opportunities with Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest

2 Reviews
Request failed
{{ opp.title }}
This is a Virtual Opportunity.
{{ opp.location }}
We'll work with your schedule
{{ opp.dateStr }}
{{ opp.timeStr }}
More
Opportunities

About Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest

Location:

2502 E University Drive, Suite 125, Phoenix, AZ 85034, US

Mission Statement

Showing kindness, doing justice, and serving those in need.

Description

Since 1970, Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest has responded to Arizona’s changing needs by compassionately offering quality services and resources that contribute to a stronger and healthier Arizona for all people.

We stabilize people during crisis and transition, build a foundation where people can thrive, and preserve dignity and respect for the most vulnerable.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Faith-Based
Immigrants & Refugees
Community, Faith-Based, Immigrants & Refugees

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

3443 N. Central AveNorth RotundaPhoenix, AZ 85012

(33.488117,-112.072266)
 

SKILLS

  • American Sign Language
  • People Skills
  • English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
  • Cross-cultural Communication
  • Reading / Writing

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Volunteer should commit for 3-6 months.
  • The volunteer is responsible for the background check.

Report this opportunity

We're sorry, this opportunity is no longer active.

Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest has 18 more opportunities, please check them out.

See Opportunities