The purpose of a volunteer tutor is to tutor an adult student or a small group of students in computer and Internet use.

The duties of a computer tutor are to:

• Set goals and plan with the student
• Find and prepare tutoring material that suits the student's ability, goals and interests
• Tutor students and/or tutors at TLE Centre in computer and Internet use
• Maintain a positive, warm attitude that encourages the student/tutor to learn
• Discuss progress with the Executive Director; discuss problems/issues if they arise
• Attend various in-service workshops and tutor discussion groups after tutoring begins
• Arrange weekly appointments when working with more than one student/tutor on a flexible schedule
• Inform staff at TLE Centre about changes in meeting times, schedule or location
• Complete any necessary tutor reports and keep a record of hours volunteered with TLE

Volunteering takes time and commitment. The following requirements apply:

• Completion of Basic Tutor Training sessions
• Minimum high school leaving certificate
• Good basic computer and/or Internet skills and knowledge
• Good basic skills in reading, writing, and math (when necessary)
• A patient, open-minded, flexible attitude
• Willingness to try new and creative ways of tutoring
• Good verbal skills in English and good listening skills
• The ability to be on time for weekly appointments
• Respect for confidentiality
• Work independently to provide support to the student/tutor
• Provide references and sign Confidentiality Statement

No. At TLE all of our tutors are volunteers. We are a volunteer not-for-profit organization offering free help to students in need of our services.