Being a Tutor: What's it Like?

For a firsthand account of what it's like to be an ESLSAP tutor and to meet typical learners, click on the following videos. While you watch the videos, make a list of the activities and responsibilities that tutors and learners discuss.

Joan and Niksa

(2:01)

Nicky and Min

(2:01)

Elena and Peter

(1:33)

Keep in mind that...

• Learners have busy, full lives, so they may not have much time to practise English or do homework.
• The tutoring session may be the only time during the week when the learner hears or has a chance to speak English.
• Learning a new language takes time and a lot of repetition.
• It is very stressful and tiring adjusting to a new language, culture and community.

What is most rewarding about being a tutor is seeing the delight in the learner's eyes when he/she begins to communicate meaningfully...at last we understand each other!
 
Anne, Quesnel, B.C.