ESL Facilitator - Talk Buddies Program

Young Minds Eye (YME) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free educational services to students who have difficulties accessing resources. Our organization originally started as our student group Help Young Minds at the University of Alberta. We now focus on establishing our organization on a national scale to serve more youths. At YME, we strive to work together as a team, support each other, and push each of our programs forward to make an impact on our community.

We are looking for motivated individuals who can commit 1-2 hours a week and who are passionate about teaching and have experience working with young children learning English as their second language (ESL). Our Talk Buddies program is unique in that the service is offered on an individualized structure, in which we do our best to accommodate and meet the needs of our students one-on-one. In addition, we also work on creating and adding fun activities for students to enjoy the sessions rather than learning in a conventional way.

Link to the website: http://www.youngmindseye.com/

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

- Make a Difference: Directly impact the lives of young students by helping them overcome learning obstacles and achieve their goals.
- Professional Development: Gain valuable teaching and mentoring experience that will enhance your resume.
- Networking Opportunities: Join a passionate community of educators and volunteers.
- Flexibility: Choose between remote tutoring sessions or in-person opportunities based on your availability.
- Support: Receive guidance and resources from our Program Coordinator and Volunteer Executive.

MUST-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

- GED (High School Diploma) or equivalent.
- 18+ years old.
- Clear Police Record Check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience in tutoring or teaching.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom or Google Meet.
- Ability to create engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- A passion for education and a commitment to fostering a growth mindset in students.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Collaborate with a teammate in planning the Talk Buddies lesson.
- Conduct the Talk Buddies session with your teammate.
- Provide teaching feedback with the whole team.
- Share feedback about your students with the whole team.
- Support each other in improving program planning.
- Attend team meetings once a month (frequency subject to change).

Young Minds Eye is committed to providing a supportive environment for our volunteers. We offer training and resources to ensure you are equipped to make a meaningful impact. By joining our team, you will play a vital role in bridging the educational gap for underprivileged children and fostering their confidence and love of learning.

Please apply using the Google Form link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScfWduVgkmWWDUZPJQIWVOnK5dZM5AZAwPVDJtIfV_GA2FBGg/viewform?usp=header