French Tutor in Blairgowie - Blairgowrie, United Kingdom - Lingo Flamingo CIC

Description

Who are we: We are a non-for-profit organisation who teaches languages to older adults in care homes day centres and retirement communities? Recent research shows that speaking a second language can postpone the effects of dementia by up to 5 years. We therefore use foreign languages as a vehicle to empower the minds of older adults, proving that you can teach an old dog new tricks.

Who we are looking for: We are looking for compassionate, creative and driven speakers of French to teach tailored language classes to older adults in care homes and day centres in and around Blairgowie.

It is based on a contract driven basis to teach sessions of up to 10 weeks. Each Session will be one hour per week. Total teaching will be no more than 3 hours a week. Due to doing outreach projects having a clean driving license and access to a car is necessary.

What we need from you: Send us a CV and Cover Letter about why you would like to join the organisation. If you are successful you will be invited to an informal interview.

Benefits: In addition to having the chance to work with some inspiring students, challenging stigma and helping in the fight against dementia you also get the following:

• The living wage
• Reference
• Teaching training

Job Type: Temporary contract

Contract Length: 3 months

Pay: £18.99-£19.00 per hour

Expected Hours: 1 – 2 per week