English Language Partner

Organizational Description: The Immigrant Centre provides newcomers with free programs and services including settlement, employment, language, nutrition training, and verification of translations.

Volunteer Opportunity Details

Volunteer Opportunity ID: 3324

Description of Duties:

Meet online or in person with their Language Partner for informal conversation classes

Assist with basic grammar, vocabulary building, and pronunciation

Provide encouragement and support

Share general information about Winnipeg, e.g. community events, activities, schools, transportation

Provide information about Canadian life, culture and customs

Skills Required:

Resided in Canada (preferably in Winnipeg) for at least three years

Knowledgeable about Winnipeg

Fluent in English with minimum CLB of 8 or equivalent

Ability to work with individuals from diverse ethno-cultural backgrounds

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong time management and organization skills

Patience

For online classes - experience using Zoom

Skills Gained/Related Careers:

Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+

Time Commitment: Daytime, Evening, Weekend

1.5 hours per week

Minimum three-month commitment required

One meeting per week minimum

Shifts available on weekdays, evenings and Saturdays

Online classes take place via Zoom

In-person classes take place at the Immigrant Centre or off-site at a public location: e.g. library or coffee shop. Volunteers who want to meet with their partner off-site must provide a Police Record Certificate.

Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg

Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No

Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No

Opportunity is available to candidates that: General Populace

Organization will provide: A letter of reference

Supervision

Training/Orientation

B Suite 511, 428 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 0E2

Suite 511, 428 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R3C 0E2

Please note our team works a hybrid model; appointments are highly encouraged as we are not always in the office.

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