Overview
EdConnect Learning Support Volunteers (LSVs) assist students and teachers in the classroom or in other areas of the school for a minimum of one hour per week. LSVs like being involved in the busy school environment, often working autonomously as part of the school team. Using patience, understanding and a positive attitude about education, volunteers encourage and support students to achieve academic goals.
Responsibilities
* Assisting students with their learning within a classroom.
* Listening to students read.
* Working with small groups of students to assist with literacy or numeracy work.
Other roles
* Assisting in the school library, canteen or breakfast club.
* Assisting with specialist programs.
Commitment
EdConnect require Learning Support Volunteers to commit for a minimum of six months so schools can integrate volunteer support into their timetables.
Experience & Qualifications
EdConnect volunteers do not require any particular qualifications, except life experience, literacy in English and a keen interest in helping a new generation build the skills they need for success in life is all that is required.
Benefits
* For students: EdConnect provides a framework to create positive outcomes for students, particularly those at risk of disengaging from education.
* For volunteers: EdConnect volunteers are inspired by their work in schools. They find purpose and reward from their commitment to helping students.
* For teachers: EdConnect provide teachers under pressure with much-needed support in the classroom.
* For families & friends: When a student is at risk of disengagement, their whole network can be affected. The reach of our program extends to families, parents, peers and siblings.
Delivery & Time
The EdConnect program delivery is flexible. The focus is on outcomes and matching volunteers to students in schools to maximise learning and development opportunities.
Time Required: Minimum one hour once a week; commitment of minimum 6 months.
Training
Training provided online and in person.
Category
* Category: Education & Training
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