Talk Buddies Facilitators (Remote)

Young Minds Eye (YME) is a not-for-profit organisation aiming to provide 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 organisation on a national scale to serve more youths out there. At YME, we strive to work together as a team, support each other and push each of our programs forward in order to make an impact on our community.

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

About This Position

We are looking for motivated individuals who can commit 1-2 hours a week and who are passionate about teaching and having the experience of 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 individualised 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 in fun activities for students to enjoy the sessions rather than learning in a conventional way. 

Role Description:
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 meeting once a month (subject to change)

Here is why you should join our organisation:
YOU get volunteering hours.
YOU build personal development over these learning sessions.
YOU gain the fulfilment in helping and contributing to our society. 
YOU make ever-lasting friendships throughout this journey.
YOU make ever-lasting memories with every single volunteer opportunity.
YOU make a large impact on English learners

Qualifications:
- Teaching Skills
- Police record check clearance is required
- Fluent in English
- experience with dealing with children is an asset