EAL Classroom Assistant
| Organization Details | |
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| Organization Name: | Portage Learning and Literacy Centre |
| Address: | 110 Saskatchewan Ave W Portage la Prairie MB R1N 0M1 |
| Website: | https://pllc.ca/ |
| Organizational Description: | The Portage Learning and Literacy Centre is a not-for-profit organization providing individuals of the Central Plains region with opportunities to realize their education, employment, and life goals through a positive and supportive environment. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Description of Duties: | -Assist Instructor as requested -Sometimes duties will include working with an individual or small groups -Be prepared to show initiative and assist with activities where needed -Circulate around the classroom and assist the students -Be a model of English language use -Keep track of your volunteer hours monthly and send to the Volunteer Coordinator |
| Skills Required: | -Cultural awareness -Reliability, dedication -Some educational or teaching experience preferred -A valid current Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry form must be submitted prior to engaging with newcomers -Keep private client information confidential |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | Assist the EAL (English as an Additional Language) Instructor in the classroom. EAL classes are for adult learners with a variety of needs - multi-level everyday English, workplace and professional English, pronunciation, writing, etc. |
| Age: | 17 and under, 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Daytime, Evening, Weekend |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Central - Portage la Prairie |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? Yes |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? Yes |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | Are fulfilling volunteer hours for credit Are supported Requires child minding Speaks French Uses a wheelchair Speaks another language: All languages |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference Certificate of recognition Child minding Evaluation Supervision Training/Orientation |
| How to Apply: |
In Person Online: pllc.ca/volunteer-form/ |
| Closing Date: | Jan 1, 2023 |
