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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Torus was founded in 2020 by Ramin Tokhi, a naturalized citizen of the U.S. who immigrated with his family from Afghanistan to Russia and ultimately to the United States. He currently resides in Portland, Oregon and founded Torus to not only aid others experiencing similar hurdles he faced when beginning life anew, but to express gratitude by giving back to the communities that once welcomed his family as refugees. Given this unique position and platform that Torus has, we are able to serve immigrants and refugees by providing free English classes and building power through mutually beneficial programs to help navigate US systems and integrate into the US culture. Torus bridges gaps between people and communities by facilitating transformative experiences of language and culture exchange. We envision a future where everyone experiences mutually transformative relationships across culture and language while simultaneously holding a deep sense of belonging both to their own culture and to a broader multicultural and multilingual society. We serve the immigrant, refugee, and low-income populations in Oregon and Southwest Washington. We serve adults 18+ and communities we serve include, but are not limited to, communities of color, Latinx communities and Middle Eastern communities. Check out Torus website (torustransforms.org) We are looking for board members who have experience either in accounting, nonprofit management, legal, financial management, or fundraising. However, we welcome any experience and help that can be offered to develop Torus. To apply or ask questions, please email Ramin at: ramin@torustransforms.org
Date Posted: Aug 18, 2022
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Flexible Schedule
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Portland, OR 97216
ESL Classes VOLUNTEER ESL FACILITATOR The ESL Facilitator volunteer position consists of conducting English language classes online, 1-on-1 with adults from immigrant and refugee communities, primarily in Oregon. Interested applicants do not need to have prior experience as an ESL teacher to get involved. THIS ROLE IS... Transformative: Volunteers can work directly with members of the immigrant and refugee community to provide the knowledge and skills needed to change a person’s life. The 1-on-1 format of the English Language Program allows volunteers to tailor the classes to the specific needs of the English learner and help them achieve their goals with the English language. Interpersonal: Building rapport with students is one of the focal points of this program so volunteers can foster close relationships with their students. The program allows for student/volunteer teacher pairings to work together for as long as both parties would like to participate in this program. Intercultural: This opportunity creates a space for mutual development of intercultural competency. Both the learner and teacher get an opportunity to learn how to navigate and develop awareness, attitudes, knowledge, and skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with people of other cultures. SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES Be 18 years of age or older Intermediate fluency in English Desire to work with and build relationships with immigrants and refugees Flexibility, empathy, enthusiasm, and openness Willingness to examine one’s own privileges/cultural upbringing Willingness to be awkward, try new things, take direction, give direction FACILITATOR RESPONSIBILITIES Plan lessons by drawing inspiration from weekly topics posted on Better Impact/the Torus WhatsApp group Participate in 4 other facilitator's classes before being matched with your own learner Teach 1-2 hours per week + spend 30-60 minutes on prep and reporting Promptly communicate with all staff members, shadowers, and facilitators via WhatsApp, text, email, or phone Enthusiastically motivate and gently push learners out of their comfort zone Keep all class participants engaged Respond calmly, humorously, and decisively to the challenges that present themselves EXPERIENCE No experience as an ESL teacher is required for applicants residing in the U.S. Applicants applying from outside of the U.S. must provide proof of English ability COMPENSATION This is an unpaid volunteer position WORK LOCATION Remote
Date Posted: Aug 18, 2022
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Seattle, WA 98102
The ESL Facilitator volunteer position consists of conducting English language classes online, 1-on-1 with adults from immigrant and refugee communities, primarily in Oregon. Interested applicants do not need to have prior experience as an ESL teacher to get involved. THIS ROLE IS... Transformative: Volunteers can work directly with members of the immigrant and refugee community to provide the knowledge and skills needed to change a person’s life. The 1-on-1 format of the English Language Program allows volunteers to tailor the classes to the specific needs of the English learner and help them achieve their goals with the English language. Interpersonal: Building rapport with students is one of the focal points of this program so volunteers can foster close relationships with their students. The program allows for student/volunteer teacher pairings to work together for as long as both parties would like to participate in this program. Intercultural: This opportunity creates a space for mutual development of intercultural competency. Both the learner and teacher get an opportunity to learn how to navigate and develop awareness, attitudes, knowledge, and skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with people of other cultures. SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES Be 18 years of age or older Intermediate fluency in English Desire to work with and build relationships with immigrants and refugees Flexibility, empathy, enthusiasm, and openness Willingness to examine one’s own privileges/cultural upbringing Willingness to be awkward, try new things, take direction, give direction FACILITATOR RESPONSIBILITIES Plan lessons by drawing inspiration from weekly topics posted on Better Impact/the Torus WhatsApp group Participate in 4 other facilitator's classes before being matched with your own learner Teach 1-2 hours per week + spend 30-60 minutes on prep and reporting Promptly communicate with all staff members, shadowers, and facilitators via WhatsApp, text, email, or phone Enthusiastically motivate and gently push learners out of their comfort zone Keep all class participants engaged Respond calmly, humorously, and decisively to the challenges that present themselves EXPERIENCE No experience as an ESL teacher is required for applicants residing in the U.S. Applicants applying from outside of the U.S. must provide proof of English ability COMPENSATION This is an unpaid volunteer position WORK LOCATION Remote
Date Posted: Aug 18, 2022
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San Francisco, CA 94108
The ESL Facilitator volunteer position consists of conducting English language classes online, 1-on-1 with adults from immigrant and refugee communities, primarily in Oregon. Interested applicants do not need to have prior experience as an ESL teacher to get involved. THIS ROLE IS... Transformative: Volunteers can work directly with members of the immigrant and refugee community to provide the knowledge and skills needed to change a person’s life. The 1-on-1 format of the English Language Program allows volunteers to tailor the classes to the specific needs of the English learner and help them achieve their goals with the English language. Interpersonal: Building rapport with students is one of the focal points of this program so volunteers can foster close relationships with their students. The program allows for student/volunteer teacher pairings to work together for as long as both parties would like to participate in this program. Intercultural: This opportunity creates a space for mutual development of intercultural competency. Both the learner and teacher get an opportunity to learn how to navigate and develop awareness, attitudes, knowledge, and skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with people of other cultures. SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES Be 18 years of age or older Intermediate fluency in English Desire to work with and build relationships with immigrants and refugees Flexibility, empathy, enthusiasm, and openness Willingness to examine one’s own privileges/cultural upbringing Willingness to be awkward, try new things, take direction, give direction FACILITATOR RESPONSIBILITIES Plan lessons by drawing inspiration from weekly topics posted on Better Impact/the Torus WhatsApp group Participate in 4 other facilitator's classes before being matched with your own learner Teach 1-2 hours per week + spend 30-60 minutes on prep and reporting Promptly communicate with all staff members, shadowers, and facilitators via WhatsApp, text, email, or phone Enthusiastically motivate and gently push learners out of their comfort zone Keep all class participants engaged Respond calmly, humorously, and decisively to the challenges that present themselves EXPERIENCE No experience as an ESL teacher is required for applicants residing in the U.S. Applicants applying from outside of the U.S. must provide proof of English ability COMPENSATION This is an unpaid volunteer position WORK LOCATION Remote
Date Posted: Aug 18, 2022
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Los Angeles, CA 90001
The ESL Facilitator volunteer position consists of conducting English language classes online, 1-on-1 with adults from immigrant and refugee communities, primarily in Oregon. Interested applicants do not need to have prior experience as an ESL teacher to get involved. THIS ROLE IS... Transformative: Volunteers can work directly with members of the immigrant and refugee community to provide the knowledge and skills needed to change a person’s life. The 1-on-1 format of the English Language Program allows volunteers to tailor the classes to the specific needs of the English learner and help them achieve their goals with the English language. Interpersonal: Building rapport with students is one of the focal points of this program so volunteers can foster close relationships with their students. The program allows for student/volunteer teacher pairings to work together for as long as both parties would like to participate in this program. Intercultural: This opportunity creates a space for mutual development of intercultural competency. Both the learner and teacher get an opportunity to learn how to navigate and develop awareness, attitudes, knowledge, and skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with people of other cultures. SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES Be 18 years of age or older Intermediate fluency in English Desire to work with and build relationships with immigrants and refugees Flexibility, empathy, enthusiasm, and openness Willingness to examine one’s own privileges/cultural upbringing Willingness to be awkward, try new things, take direction, give direction FACILITATOR RESPONSIBILITIES Plan lessons by drawing inspiration from weekly topics posted on Better Impact/the Torus WhatsApp group Participate in 4 other facilitator's classes before being matched with your own learner Teach 1-2 hours per week + spend 30-60 minutes on prep and reporting Promptly communicate with all staff members, shadowers, and facilitators via WhatsApp, text, email, or phone Enthusiastically motivate and gently push learners out of their comfort zone Keep all class participants engaged Respond calmly, humorously, and decisively to the challenges that present themselves EXPERIENCE No experience as an ESL teacher is required for applicants residing in the U.S. Applicants applying from outside of the U.S. must provide proof of English ability COMPENSATION This is an unpaid volunteer position WORK LOCATION Remote
Date Posted: Aug 18, 2022
