| Role |
To help an adult non-reader
acquire reading, writing, speaking, listening, numeracy and other life skills
needed to function successfully in society. This is usually done through a
one-to-one relationship that emphasizes personal attention. |
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| Basic Training |
A fifteen-hour approved
basic literacy tutor workshop. |
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| Location |
Literacy Council Office or
any mutually agreed-upon location such as the community center, library,
school, church, etc. |
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| Hours |
Twice weekly, two hours
each lesson. Preparation time is also required for each lesson. |
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| Duration |
A minimum one-year
commitment. |
| Duties |
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Contact the student to make arrangements regarding the time
and place of the lessons.
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Notify the office when the first tutoring session has taken
place.
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Meet regularly and punctually with the student (summer and
holiday times excepted).
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Maintain the student’s confidentiality at all
times.
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Provide encouragement and support, assisting the student to
develop a positive self-image and an enthusiasm for learning.
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Set goals with the student and frequently
evaluate progress toward them.
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Prepare lessons to meet the individual needs and interests
of the student.
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Inform the Tutor Co-Ordinator if any problems
arise.
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Keep accurate records of hours tutored and student progress
and submit written reports monthly to the Office Co-Ordinator.
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Notify the office if tutoring terminates even for a short
period of time.
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Keep yourself up-to-date on literacy issues by reading
newsletters and attending seminars and meetings.
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