Overview

Volunteer tutors will support English language learners among newcomer refugee youth in New Jersey. Tutors will work individually within the home to improve English Language Acquisition/Learning.

Tasks Summary

• Provide one-on-one individualized in-home tutoring
• Work with assigned student for 90 minutes twice a week for 24 sessions, including ESL homework support/assistance and ESL instruction
• Curate a welcoming environment that fosters community and learning
• Communicate regularly with the Youth Programs Coordinator, Instructional Design Specialist and caregivers
• Timely documentation and submission of the Tutor Log and Tutor Planner
• Attend individual and group virtual Tutor Support Check-Ins once a month
• Comply with office policies and program procedures

Experience Requirements

• Proven ability to build community within individualized sessions and cultivate students’ commitment to academic learning
• Thorough, detailed knowledge and understanding of English grammar with the ability to modify lesson plans to reflect student’s needs and interests

Qualification Requirements

• Attend 1 in-person orientation and training session at the IRC Elizabeth office (2.5 Hours)
• Attend 3 online training modules with IRC HQ (4+ hours)
• Complete and clear background check

Other Details

Languages Preferred: • Multilingual abilities in Spanish, Arabic, Dari, Pashto

Work Modality: in-home