Question 1

Why become an AMEP volunteer tutor?

Accepted Answer

People become a volunteer for a variety of reasons, including the fact that it is:

A great opportunity to get to know other cultures while helping migrant and refugee students settle into their new life in Australia.
A chance to give something back to the community.
An opportunity to develop new skills or enhance existing knowledge and experience.

Question 2

What is the contact number for more information?

Accepted Answer

If you would like to know more or have questions about our AMEP Volunteer Program please contact us on 02 7920 6769.

Question 3

How much time do I need to dedicate?

Accepted Answer

AMEP Volunteer Tutor Program sessions are negotiated between the AMEP volunteer tutor and the student – with the flexibility to reschedule sessions when required, meet face-to-face in a mutually agreed public location, or meet online.

Question 4

What experience do I need?

Accepted Answer

AMEP Volunteer Tutor Program sessions are negotiated between the AMEP volunteer tutor and the student – with the flexibility to reschedule sessions when required, meet face-to-face in a mutually agreed public location, or meet online.

Question 5

How do I become an AMEP volunteer English tutor?

Accepted Answer

The process to become a volunteer tutor involves five stages:

Preparation - Gathering your documentation to upload into your application.
Application - Completing your application and uploading documentation via Better Impact (our volunteer management system).
Interview - Once your application and documentation have been processed, we will arrange a 15 minute telephone interview, at a time to suit you.
Training - You will complete a 15-hour online tutor training program, that is self-paced to suit your needs.
Matching - We will start working on matching you to a student in your local area.

Your application

Please ensure that you have all of the following documentation ready before you start your application. This will ensure a quicker transition to commence volunteer tutoring.

Working with Children Check document (WWCC) including the registration number an expiry date.
Photo of you holding your photo ID, either a drivers license or passport. How to hold your photo ID.
Criminal Consent Form - Click here to Download and Complete.
Proof of identification. This is required to conduct a Criminal Record Check on your behalf. Proof of identification documents are not kept by TAFE NSW and will be destroyed. Examples of required documents can be found here: Identity Document List.

1 x Commencement Document, e.g. Australian passport, birth certificate issued by an Australian state or territory.
1 x Primary Document, e.g. Australian Driver’s License (front and rear), Australian proof of age card.
2 x Secondary Document, e.g. Medicare card (front and rear), Enrolment with the Australian Electoral Commission.

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

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Why become an AMEP volunteer tutor?

What is the contact number for more information?

How much time do I need to dedicate?

What experience do I need?

How do I become an AMEP volunteer English tutor?

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