Face-to-Face Literacy Coach - West Auckland
The Rural Youth and Adult Literacy Trust is looking for a caring and reliable volunteer to support an older woman in West Auckland with her reading and writing. This is a one-on-one, face-to-face role, meeting regularly in a safe public space like the local library. You’ll work alongside her at her own pace, helping build confidence and practical literacy skills in a relaxed, supportive way. What you’ll do: - Provide one-on-one literacy support - Meet regularly at a mutually agreed time (e.g. local library) - Take a learner-led, supportive approach - Encourage confidence and independence What we offer: - Full training and resources - Ongoing support from our team - A rewarding volunteer opportunity - Connection to a wider network of volunteers
- Patient, kind, and encouraging
- Reliable and able to commit to regular sessions
- Good communication skills
- No teaching experience needed — training and support are provided
- 2–3 hours per week
- Includes 1–2 face-to-face sessions
- Includes 1 catch-up phone call with the learner
- Some lesson preparation required
Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
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