Effective Tutors
You may be wondering if you have what it takes to be an ESL tutor. Do you need a certain level of education? Do you need teaching experience? Do you need experience working with new immigrants?

One doesn’t need a teaching background to tutor in this program; one simply needs to be willing to give a couple of hours a week to speak with a newcomer. I would recommend tutoring for anyone looking for a fulfilling, informal volunteer experience with another adult in your community.

 

Nancy, Salmon Arm

 

Watch the video to find out what are the most important qualities you’ll need to be a successful tutor. (Click on the picture to launch the video.)

 

Launch Demo Slide Show

Qualities of an Effective Tutor

2:09

What is most important about tutoring is that you enjoy working with people, you’re eager to learn, and you’re willing to share your time. A sense of humour may also come in handy!

 

 
  Copyright 2009 BC Ministry of Advanced Education and Labour Market Development