Become a tutor
Our Tutors
U Can Do I.T. Freelance Tutors are the backbone of the U Can Do I.T. concept. Each tutor is self-employed and is paid a fee per session plus travelling expenses for delivering tuition on how to use the Internet to disabled students in their own homes.
Tutors make their own arrangements with students and can deliver the course at any mutually convenient time. Many choose to do this in the evenings or at weekends. Careful checks are carried out including a Criminal Records Bureau Enhanced Clearance, verification of original documents (eg passport, driving licence, utility bill and relevant academic qualifications) and three recent personal references.
Become a Tutor
U Can Do I.T. is always looking for freelance tutors. Freelancing has the great advantage of allowing tutors to work when and where they wish, to take their own holidays when they want and to be in command of your own lifestyle. All the information required to become a tutor is set out below. If you have any problems, please send us an email or give us a ring.
Skills Required
Tutors need to have the following skills:
A thorough knowledge of computers and the most popular computer programs.
A Tutor must be able to:
assess a student's computer and its adequacy for Internet access;
install an ISP account on the student's computer;
teach the student how to use email;
teach the student how to "surf the net";
teach the student how to use chat rooms and newsgroups.
You can see a suggested core U Can Do I.T. curriculum here. Though it is flexible and can be adapted to suit individual students. Prospective tutors should be proficient in all areas.
In addition a Tutor will have the technical ability to install programs and customise the desktop and the browser settings to suit the student.
Some teaching experience is a great advantage but not essential. This might be at any level. Some of our tutors have taught in primary schools. Some are university lecturers. We would also consider applicants who have had experience teaching colleagues in their current jobs.
Some experience of disability is also a great advantage. Not all of our successful applicants have had this experience but they are willing to learn and gain experience by attending a Phab Club or social service day centre. Many have disabled relatives or friends with whom they have been in personal contact.
