Organisation

English Language Partners

Purpose

Providing English home tutoring and settlement support to adult immigrants or former refugees

Description

• Provide English lessons to former refugees and immigrants.

• We will train you to work alongside learners, so you can provide them with the language skills and confidence necessary to integrate and participate in Kiwi life and culture.
  Usually the tutor meets with a learner in the learner's home although any other safe place may be used.

• Work with an adult immigrant or former refugee learner giving regular help

• Assist adult learners to participate in their community

Requirements

• Empathy with the learner

• Non-judgemental

• Bon-racial attitude

• Patience

• Training:

  • Day 1: Saturday 28th February 2026 - 9am to 3pm
    Day 2: Saturday 7th March 2026 - 9am to 3pm
    Day 3: Saturday 14th March 2026 - 9am to 3pm
    Day 4: Saturday 21st March 2026 - 9am to 3pm

Time commitment

As a tutor, you'll spend 1-2 hours a week to help a former refugee or migrant learn English and gain the skills and confidence to settle well in Aotearoa.

Background check

Required.

Location

Our main centre is at: Level 2, 43 Princes Street, Dunedin Central

How to apply

Please email Sasitorn - dunedin@englishlanguage.org.nz

Please CC in volunteer@otago.ac.nz into your application email. Also, we have a great email template and helpful tips on making an effective application here: https://www.unicrewotago.org/aboutpriceless