Collaborative Site Volunteer Teacher

We have Collaborative Partnerships located in Eden Prairie, Edina, and Richfield. These classes are volunteer lead with the support of Metro South Staff.

Purpose of Position: Lead the class through appropriate English lessons and provide assistance to learners in a one-to-one or small group learning environment. The central focus is on functional aspects of language use, including topics such as reading comprehension, writing, grammar and conversation skills. An important aspect is helping learners adjust to and better understand US culture and society.

Training: Attend Literacy Minnesota’s 12-hour Foundations of Adult Education Training. This training is not required if you have a current teaching license or if you have tutored 400 hours in another program. In addition to the 12 hour training, volunteers must attend or obtain 2 hours of continuing education training annually.

Time Commitment: Ideally we ask that volunteers commit to a minimum of six months with Metro South. Collaborative classes meet twice a week for 2 hours. Volunteers generally teach one or both classes each week and also spend time lesson planning and preparing in addition to the class time. Curriculum and resources will be provided by Metro South.