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11 people are interested
I AM YOU Remote English Volunteer Teacher
ORGANIZATION: I AM YOU Humanitarian Aid
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11 people are interested
Position: Remote English Volunteer Teacher
Reports to: I AM YOU Non-Formal Education Coordinator
Works with: Volunteer Coordinator and Non-Formal Education Coordinator
Location: REMOTE
JOB PURPOSE
A volunteer teacher is responsible, individually and with other members of the staff, for providing residents with a variety of services that will enable them to reach their personal objectives in an educational framework, as well as provide a welcoming atmosphere during all encounters with the residents.
During a student’s educational week, a remote volunteer teacher will engage with students on three different occasions:
- Assigning tasks through video/group of videos and/or homework/activities sheet as provided for by the Syllabus
- Inviting students to online group classes to bridge eventual gaps in students understanding and ensure receptive skills
- Inviting students to smaller, conversation-based classes focused on production skills, pronunciation practice and correction, utilize skills in conversational context
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Effective delivery of online an in person classes based on I AM YOU’s syllabus and methodology
- Development of supplementary material in the from of an online video for the continued future use of I AM YOU
- Actively participate in required observation and feedback sessions, training, as well as development and informational meetings
- Complete all required tasks to a high standard and in a timely manner
- Liaise, support and collaborate with all staff to provide support for non-educational services
- Attending bi weekly remote volunteer teacher meetings
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Good written and communication skills
- Team player mentality and creative problem-solver
- Basic IT knowledge
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic about the work required
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to write and speak English as a native language
- A bachelor’s degree
- Either a TEFL Certification or at least two years experience in teaching ESLA
- commitment to teaching a minimum of 3-15 student contact hours per week
- A commitment to produce at least one video per week
- Interest in working with migrant and refugee populations
WHAT WE OFFER
- Opportunity to develop teaching skills
- Opportunity to work with students from diverse backgrounds
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The work is voluntary. You will not receive any economic compensation.
TO APPLY
Send CV and Cover Letter to info@iamyou.se with the subject "Remote English Volunteer Teacher"
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
More opportunities with I AM YOU Humanitarian Aid
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About I AM YOU Humanitarian Aid
Location:
Kotsou 1, Chalkida, 34100, GR
Mission Statement
Preserving dignity I AM YOU is a grassroots organisation that believes in the power of people, and that there is a better way to provide aid. Our mission is to better serve displaced populations and fight prejudice, by putting our common humanity first.
Description
I AM YOU is a volunteer organization currently operating in two separate refugee camps within Greece. Our mission is t o better serve displaced populations in Greece and fight prejudice by put ting our common humanity first. We envision a world free of prejudice; where dignity and respect are rights, not privileges.
Volunteering with I AM YOU means that you will join a dynamic team of individuals who work together to support our work while bringing a sense of humanity by improving the lives of displaced men, women and children. Our organization focuses on human-to-human aid, putting volunteers at the forefront of our work and building our organization from their skills and experience. We celebrate the diversity in our team and believe it makes us stronger.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
May 26, 2020
SKILLS
- Teaching / Instruction
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- Adult Education
- Reading / Writing
- English
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check