Volunteer Tutor

The Children's Aid Society of the District of Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Thunder Bay, ON is seeking a Volunteer Tutor to assist children and youth in improving their school performance. Responsibilities include providing one-on-one tutoring, advocating for the child’s needs with schools, and fostering a positive relationship with families. A flexible commitment from September to June is required, along with reliable transportation to volunteering locations.

Qualifications

• Commitment required for the school year (September to June) or requested months.
• Flexible schedule required.
• Reliable transportation to volunteering locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring and one-to-one attention to improve school performance.
• Increase skills and self-confidence in the student.
• Advocate for the child with the school as needed.

Job description

Overview

Volunteer Tutor

Thunder Bay, ON

Do you have extra time and an interest in making a difference in the lives of children, youth and families? We are seeking dedicated and motivated Volunteers to support our organization’s mission through various community engagement and program activities.

Duties / Responsibilities

• To provide tutoring and one-to-one attention to a child / teen to improve school performance in a subject or subjects.
• To work to increase both the young persons skills and self confidence in his / her ability.
• To attempt to develop a more positive attitude to school and learning if needed.
• To help children overcome schooling lags resulting from frequent moves or turmoil in family setting.
• To liaise with teacher / school as appropriate.
• Able to advocate for child with school if needed.
• To seek to develop positive relationship with family / foster family.
• To provide structure and direction to enhance study skills and approach to schoolwork.
• To provide maximum possible encouragement of effort.
• To provide feedback to child's worker according to the Volunteer Services Contract.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Commitment required : For the school year (September to June) or requested months (i.e. February to April).
• Flexible schedule.
• Reliable transportation to volunteering locations.