AMEP Volunteer Tutor Program

Funded by the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs, the Volunteer Tutor Program is an Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) sub-program offering informal language tuition by trained volunteers to migrants and refugees, online or face-to-face.

Please note: We are performing a system update and are not accepting applications currently. We appreciate your interest in the program and encourage you to check this page again soon for updates. Thank you for your understanding.

The process involves six stages:

1. Preparation - Gathering your documentation (listed below) to upload with your application.
2. Application - Completing your online application and upload your documentation.
3. Interview - Once processed, we will arrange a 30 minute telephone interview at a time that suits you.
4. Training - You will complete a 15-hour online tutor training program. The training is self-paced to suit your needs.
5. Finalising – TAFE NSW will conduct a Criminal History Check at no cost to you.
6. Matching - We will start working on matching you to a student in your local area.

Before you begin your application:

Please use a computer (not a mobile phone) to complete your application for a smoother experience. If you have trouble uploading documents, call us on 02 7920 6769 for assistance.

Required Documents Checklist:

You must upload the following documents with your application:

1. Working with Children Check Clearance (WWCC): You need to obtain a Clearance number. This check is free for volunteers. Please include your registration number and expiry date.
2. Criminal History Check Consent Form: Click here [PDF, 481 KB] to download the Consent Form and complete it.
3. Proof of Identification: You must provide four (4) documents to allow us to conduct the Criminal Record Check. (Note: These documents will be securely destroyed once the check is complete.
   1. 1x Commencement Document: e.g. Australian passport or Australian birth certificate
   2. 1x Primary Document: e.g. Australian driver’s license or proof of age card.
   3. 2x Secondary Documents: e.g. Medicare card or Australian Electoral Commission enrolmen

For a full list of acceptable documents, view the Identity Document List

We look forward to working with you and welcoming you to our team.