Online French Volunteer Tutor

Organization Details
Organization Name: United for Literacy
Address: P.O. Box 43001, RPO
Kildonan Place
Winnipeg MB  R2C 5G5
Website: http://www.unitedforliteracy.ca
Organizational Description: United for Literacy (formally known as Frontier College) is a national literacy organization operating a wide variety of programs in locations across Canada.

We recruit and train volunteer tutors who assist children, youth, and adults to acquire essential literacy and numeracy skills. We also partner with community-based organizations to help them establish and deliver literacy programs that meet the specific needs of their communities and participants.

As Canada's original literacy organization, United for Literacy has been recruiting dedicated volunteers to work with Canadian children, youth, and adults from coast to coast to coast since 1899. Our programs have helped millions of Canadians improve their literacy skills, and we would love to welcome your involvement in continuing this meaningful work.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 3819
   
Description of Duties:

United for Literacy is currently recruiting Volunteer Tutors to support our online homework club and 1-to-1 tutor program. The volunteer position will be online through the Zoom platform and will be supported by one of our literacy interns. The volunteers will work with a small group of children between the ages of 6-17 in breakout rooms or 1 on 1. This volunteer position can be done remotely so you can be located anywhere in Manitoba and still participate.

We will provide free training to anyone accepted as a Frontier College volunteer. We will continue to provide you with any additional support or resources throughout your tutoring experience. We can also sign off on your volunteer hours and provide a reference.

   
Skills Required:

We are seeking individuals who:
- Are fluent in the French language
- Want to help others improve their literacy
- Are committed to and reliable for at least 1 hour of volunteering per week. Days/times are flexible
- Are comfortable working with learners from a variety of backgrounds and literacy levels
- Are enthusiastic, patient, flexible, creative, and understanding
- Want to make a difference in their communities and in the lives of others
- Are able to navigate the online platform Zoom and are comfortable tutoring in an virtual setting

   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:

As a volunteer with United for Literacy, you will gain:
- Literacy tutoring skills
- Experience in supporting learners from a variety of backgrounds, different literacy levels, including EAL learners and individuals with learning disabilities
- Experience assisting children and youth with formative language abilities
- This opportunity is great for anyone interested or enrolled in the education program or anyone looking to give back to their community through a meaningful volunteer experience
- This volunteer experience is great to add to your resume and will provide you will a diverse set of skills to list on your resume.

   
Age: 12 and under, 13-15, 16-17, 18-30, 31-54, 55+
Time Commitment:
Daytime
Evening
Weekend

Flexible times available.

Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? Yes
Will cost be reimbursed? Yes
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No
Opportunity is available to candidates that: Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit
Uses a mobility device
Required to complete community service
French speaking / Bilingual (French and English)
Organization will provide: A letter of reference
Evaluation
Supervision
Training/Orientation
How to Apply:
Closing Date: Mar 25, 2026

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