Volunteer Tutor

**Volunteer Tutor**
- Thunder Bay, ON_

**Overview**
Do you have extra time and an interest in making a difference in the lives of children, youth and families? We are seeking dedicated and motivated Volunteers to support our organization’s mission through various community engagement and program activities.

**_ Duties/Responsibilities:_**
- To work to increase both the young persons skills and self confidence in his/her ability.
- To attempt to develop a more positive attitude to school and learning if needed.
- To help children overcome schooling lags resulting from frequent moves or turmoil in family setting.
- To liaise with teacher/school as appropriate.
- Able to advocate for child with school if needed.
- To seek to develop positive relationship with family/foster family.
- To provide structure and direction to enhance study skills and approach to schoolwork.
- To provide maximum possible encouragement of effort.
- To provide feedback to child's worker according to the Volunteer Services Contract.

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Requirements/Qualifications:_**
- Commitment required: For the school year (September to June) or requested months (i.e. February to April).
- Flexible schedule.
- Reliable transportation to volunteering locations.