Education Program Tutor

Time Commitment:  2 hours p/Week minimum, until the end of the academic

school year (June/July)

Intern reports to: Education Program Manager & Tutoring Hub Coordinator

Minimum Education Level: 12th Grade / High School 

Start Date: As soon as possible

summary:

The Lisbon Project is a non-profit organization that aims to protect and integrate the

lives of migrants and refugees in the city of Lisbon. Moving to another country is a big step

for anyone. There are many new challenges to overcome in the everyday life, whether it is

for the children to find their way around school or for adults to learn Portuguese so they can

better integrate into society. Therefore, we are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are

willing to become tutors at our Tutoring Hub. Your contribution will make a decisive impact

on the education and life of a community member and/or their children.

On the one hand, we continuously offer individual tutoring sessions for as many tutees

as you feel comfortable with (recommended range: one to three). The day and time of the

sessions, as well as their curriculum and format are defined directly with the student/family.

Usually, families request one session per week, sometimes two. The minimum requirement,

however, is two sessions per month, each lasting between 1 – 2 hours.

On the other hand, we occasionally offer group tutoring sessions. The exact

composition of those groups, as well as the schedule is TBD with the Tutoring Hub

Coordinator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain frequent and open communication with the Education Team through Slack.

• Hold regular sessions with your tutee(s).

• Prepare your sessions based on the materials/questions sent by your tutee(s).

• Take care of your tutee(s)!

  • Ensure that their varying needs and interests are met!

  • Inspire and motivate them!

  • Give feedback whenever appropriate!

• Address and communicate inappropriate and disciplinary issues promptly with the

  Tutoring Hub Coordinator and/or using the Safeguarding Forms.

• Keep up-to-date track of your tutoring sessions by logging them on MyLP.

Requirements:

• Fluency in either Portuguese or English, preferably both

• Willingness to download Slack on your phone for communication with your Team

• and Coordinator.

• Fluency in other languages is highly valued, but not mandatory.

• Knowledge in any school subjects (especially Maths and Sciences), is highly valued,

• but not mandatory.

• Reliability, responsiveness, and punctuality

• Verbal and written communication skills

• Interpersonal skills, especially cultural awareness and the ability to interact with

  people from different cultures, genders, religions and backgrounds

BenefitS:

• You will make a meaningful difference in the educational experience and life of

  many children and adults.

• You will have access to training and learning opportunities to develop your

  tutoring, communication and intercultural skills.

• You will receive regular support and guidance from the Tutoring Hub Coordinator

  and Education Team.

• You will have opportunities to participate in team and community events.

• You will gain experience working in a multicultural and international non-profit

  environment.

• You will meet people from all over the world and become part of a welcoming and

  diverse community

APPLY

We can’t do it without you! Thank you for being a part of our team.