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English Learning Center computer tutor: New Volunteer Orientation and Training

English Learning Center computer tutor: New Volunteer Orientation and Training. Our Mission. Aziza

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English Learning Center computer tutor: New Volunteer Orientation and Training

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  1. English Learning Centercomputer tutor:NewVolunteer Orientation and Training

  2. Our Mission Aziza Aziza was an English 5/6 student, but she did not enter the school at such a high level. Just a couple short years earlier, Aziza was a new student in English 2. She studied hard and rapidly advanced to English 4! Aziza took a year off when she had her child, but she did not stop studying. She returned to school and placed into English 5/6. Aziza stayed in that class for nearly a year, closely watching her test results; anxious to “graduate” from this course as well. Finally, the day came when Aziza’s test score leapt out of range for her class and we knew she was ready to move on. She passed the GED entrance exam on her first attempt! Her goals is to study nursing. At the English Learning Center, we are a learning community of refugees, immigrants and advocates. Our mission is building knowledge for better lives and livelihoods. Our core value is to educationally empower our students and their families towards self-determination . We desire for our students to determine for themselves what constitutes success. Our goal is to tear down the barriers of language and culture so our students can make their dreams happen, whatever those dreams may be.

  3. Program History In August of 2010, the English Learning Center absorbed the UCAM English School and offered a morning program for the first time in 29 years. In 2004, legal responsibility was transferred from the church to a new nonprofit, Our Saviour’s Community Services (formerly Our Saviour’s Outreach Ministries). In 1994, the English Language Project was renamed the English Learning Center. In 1981, Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church developed an English literacy program.

  4. Cultural Awareness Muslim students Students pray 5 times a day In the restrooms there are plastic jugs to cleanse their bodies before they pray – don’t throw these away There is a separate praying area for men and women Source: http://www.mapsofworld.com

  5. Cultural Awareness General Don’ts Don’t touch a student for any reason, even if it’s only to give them a pat for doing a good job. Do not shake hands with any student unless they initiate the greeting. • Depending on their educational background many of our students are less familiar with American classroom etiquette and cultural differences. • Be aware of your body language and how it can be misinterpreted or inappropriate.

  6. Emergency Preparedness Plan – Inclement Weather and Fire Evacuation In case of a fire 1) Evacuate the building immediately 2) Instruct all students to leave calmly and meet in courtyard in back of church or yard north of Men’s Transitional House • If there is severe weather -- determine your own safety for travel. Call by 3pm to see if school will be cancelled. • If severe weather occurs such as a blizzard while class is in session, encourage students to stay at the school until it is safe to go home. • If class is in session and a tornado watch or warning is issued, keep students in the classrooms if we are in or near the path of the storm. Ensure everyone crouches down and protects his or her head from flying debris. • For any other emergency that may require medical attention or law enforcement call 911.

  7. Responsibilities as an Open Lab Computer Tutor • Volunteer once a week (2 hours) for one full term. • Arrive on time. • Notify ELC staff if you will be unable to volunteer. If you know in advance, you need to find a substitute. • Assist students one-on-one or in small groups with class assignments, projects, and personal computer use. • Adapt your tutoring to meet the needs of various learning styles and levels of comprehension.

  8. Responsibilities as an Open Lab Computer Tutor • Provide a positive and safe learning experience for students. • Log maintenance issues or software updates. • Ensure that students comply with computer lab policies and procedures. • Keep accurate records of students and volunteer hours. • Adhere to Volunteer Boundaries Agreement.

  9. Connect with ELC on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/englishlearningcenter

  10. Contact Information Morning Program: Colleen Casey P: (612) 874-9963 x 3 colleen@englishlc.org Evening Program: Jenne Nelson P: (612) 874-9963 x 2 jenne@englishlc.org

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