Volunteer as a tutor

ESLSAP is looking for volunteer tutors to provide English language support to adult immigrants and refugee newcomers living in BC communities. We are looking for people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences. If you are 19 years or older, please consider helping someone learn English in your community.

steps to becoming a tutor

Step One:

Contact the Coordinator for your community.

Step Two:

Fill out and submit a Volunteer Tutor Application Form provided by the Coordinator.

Step Three:

Meet with the ESLSAP Coordinator for an interview.

Step Four:

Complete part one of the tutor training. The training is offered online and will take approximately 1.5-2 hours. If you are unable to complete the training online, contact your coordinator for more information.

Step Five:

Complete the second part of the tutor training. This free classroom session will give you
“hands-on” practice with tutoring materials and a chance to meet other tutors.

Step Six:

Meet with a learner, for the first time, together with your ESLSAP coordinator.

 

english as a second language settlement assistance program

This program is offered through VDISS. Schedules are made according to student/tutor availability for 2-4 hours per week. Trained Tutors are available for beginner to upper-intermediate level students. Want more information on becoming a tutor? Click Here or call Theda at 250-542-4177.