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Volunteer Teacher
When We Need You
From 22/02/2008 onwards
About Opportunity
Have you got experience of working with young people? Could you share stories, lead discussions and stir up debate? Would you like to help inspire young people to think globally? Through assemblies, presentations, games and workshops, volunteer teachers educate young people about development issues and the causes of poverty. They also inspire them to take action to make a difference. As a volunteer teacher with Christian Aid, you will have an opportunity to use and develop teaching and presentation skills. Christian Aid can offer: -induction, initial traininf and flexible volunteering opportunities -free resources -out of pocket expenses -ongoing training opportunities and occasional opportunities to meet our overseas partners.
Availability
Flexible
About Christian Aid
The aim of Christian Aid is to expose the scandal of poverty, to help in practical ways to root it out from the world, and to challenge and change the systems that keep people poor. Christian Aid works in some of the world's poorest communities in more than 50 countries , wherever the need is greatest and regardless of religion.
Skills & Experience
-Experience of working with young people and the ability to engage with them -A high degree of professionalism, with lively and engaging presentation skills -The ability to work in sympathy with the aims of Christian Aid
Travel Details
Scotland-wide. Most volunteer teachers work with local schools in their area. Training usually takes place in Edinburgh or Glasgow.
Restrictions
Volunteers should have some experience of working with young people, and will be subject to a disclosure check
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Interview, Other, Police Check, References, Trial Period
Training and Induction Details
Volunteers will be given introductory training, then offered three training opportunities throughout the year to explore various aspects of Christian aids work in depth
Work Type
Community / Economic Development Work
Client Group
Young People
Expenses Detail
40p per mile. Fares on public transport Expenses claim forms are available
Accessibility Details
No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
No minimum, we encourage volunteers to aim for at least one visit a month. We would expect that any volunteer who undergoes training would be committed to pursuing teaching opportunities long term.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
Volunteers Required
1
Reference Code
8-300
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
21 High Street
PA34 4BG
Contact: Volunteer Centre Argyll and Bute
Tel: 01631 564839
Email: obanadmin.ava@btconnect.com
Website: http://www.volunteerargyl...
