English classes for Students at Holy Trinity Orphanage in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh, India

Teach online English classes to disadvantaged children

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Ann Foundation Inc

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Home-based; India

Volunteering Teaching & Training

Application deadline 5 years ago: Wednesday 5 May 2021 at 07:00 UTC

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Overview

Teach online English classes to disadvantaged children

You have:

Fluency in both Telugu and English is mandatory.
Some experience in teaching is preferred but not necessary.
Availability to teach online classes from Monday to Saturday, between 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM IST.
Commitment to the program, as the children view volunteers as teachers and mentors.

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Details

We are looking for online volunteers to conduct online English classes via Skype for children and youth in St John's High School. These are orphaned and semi orphaned boys, they come from broken families and do not know English. Online Volunteers must be able to converse in Telugu and English. Classes are conducted from Monday-Saturday between5-30 to 8 -00 pm IST. Online Volunteers will be required to teach for one hour on two consecutive days at a mutually agreed time and date. Orientation and training will be given to all the volunteers. Access to syllabus will be given to all the volunteers. If you have the skills, the time and the compassion, then you are best suited for this opportunity. Please apply only if these timings are suitable for you. We do not accept applicants without CV. Please read the language requirements before applying, this project requires ''The Telugu language''.

Teaching and training
Language teaching

Offering online English classes is part of our literacy project for children and youth. We aim to develop English skills and further increase their confidence of communicating in English. We focus on improving spoken and written English for the disadvantaged children in developing countries. Each online volunteer's contribution will help to improve their English and instill confidence to pursue their goals.
Volunteers: 8 needed
1-5 hours per week / 26 weeks

Fluency in Telugu and English is mandatory as the students are at beginners level. Some experience in teaching would be preferred but not necessary. We prefer online volunteers who are motivated & committed because the children consider the volunteers as their teacher, mentor, and a friend. Only candidates who are committed and are fluent in both Telugu and English should apply.
India
English, Telugu

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to motivate a student who was struggling?	This question assesses your ability to encourage and support learners.	Share specific strategies or techniques you used to uplift the student.
What methods do you find effective for teaching English to beginners?	The interviewer wants to know your teaching techniques.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How will you handle a situation where a student is not participating during the online class?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Why do you want to volunteer as an English teacher for disadvantaged youth?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What are your strategies for creating an inclusive learning environment in an online setting?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.