English A Levels Tutor Needed ASAP for Young Person with Long Term Illness

We are in need of kind, engaging volunteers to tutor young people with serious mental or physical illnesses in A-level English

What You'll Do: 

Run weekly 1-hour online tutoring sessions on helping a young person gain confidence in A level English.

Why You'll Love It: 
  • Make a Difference: Experience the satisfaction of helping young people overcome educational challenges during their recovery.
  • Personal Connection: Build meaningful relationships with students and see the direct impact of your support.
  • Flexible Schedule: Enjoy the flexibility of tutoring on your own time, making it easy to fit into your schedule.
  • Rewarding Experience: Gain fulfilment from watching your students grow and succeed academically.
  • Supportive Environment: Be part of a supportive community that values your contribution and dedication.
What You'll Learn: 
  • Teaching Skills: Develop effective teaching strategies and techniques tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Communication: Enhance your communication skills by working with students, families, and educational professionals.
  • Adaptability: Learn to adapt your tutoring methods to meet the unique needs of each student.
  • Patience and Empathy: Cultivate patience and empathy, essential qualities for supporting students facing health challenges.
  • Subject Mastery: Deepen your knowledge in the subjects you tutor, reinforcing your own understanding and expertise.
  • Problem-Solving: Improve your problem-solving skills by addressing the diverse challenges students may face in their education.
What We're Looking For: 

We need someone who can engage with young people in a positive and friendly way, helping them overcome their experiences and not feel defined by their illness. You would engage with a young person on a one-to-one basis to help them catch up on their studies, increase their confidence in their own skills, and have some fun with them to help them progress. 

Summary
Volunteering
Volunteer
Education
Health
Young People
Remote opportunity
Location of opportunity: 
Online UK
0 Weeks Minimum
1 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Organisation
Communication
Empathy
Relevant interests: 
Education
Higher Education / University
Writing, Editing and Translation
Requirements: 
Over 18 years old

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