Volunteer Opportunity: French Language Tutor

Link to Mission: As a national environmental organization, the David Suzuki Foundation (DSF) is seeking to enhance its French language capabilities. To support our west coast staff in becoming more fluent, we are seeking a fun, energetic French language tutor for the Vancouver office.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Meet with staff supervisor to discuss priorities and confirm program outline
Prepare a 6-week language program for beginner-intermediate French speakers
Host a fun and interactive 1-hour class each week, focusing on conversational French
Prepare handouts and class materials as appropriate

Skills and Knowledge Required:

Fluently bilingual (English/French)
Experience teaching a second language
Experience with adult students preferred
Friendly, patient and fun
Commitment to the mission of the DSF

Reports to: Aryne Sheppard, Manager of Volunteer Services

Time Required: 1 hour per week in class for 6 weeks, plus prep time (approx. 20 hours total)
Weekday afternoons, 4:30-5:30 preferred

Orientation and Training Provided:
All volunteers will be oriented to the foundation on their first day.

Benefits to the Volunteer:

Opportunity to use and develop teaching and communication skills
Gain experience in program development
Reference letter upon successful completion of position
Organic, fair-trade coffee and tea as needed!
Be part of DSF’s mission to achieve sustainability within a generation

Contact Information:
To apply for this position, please forward your resume to Aryne Sheppard, Manager of Volunteer Services at volunteer@davidsuzuki.org. To learn more about this opportunity, you are welcome to contact Aryne via the email address above or by telephone at 604-732-4228.