Tutors' stories

Sharing life's special moments

Husband and wife volunteers, Bronwyn Barnard and David Nicholson have shared special times with their learners. more >>

A wealth of experience

Unlike many new migrants, Ahmed Yusuf Ali already had experience working on a committee when he became a founding member of the Ethnic Advisory Group in 2002. This was thanks to his former role as a teacher and administrator for Ethiopia's Ministry of Culture and Sports. more >>

Making a difference

There are some people who don't live life by half measures. It doesn't take long to realise that Guadalupe Lagrada is one of those people. ... more >>

Italian writer tutors a motivated Afghan student in Christchurch

From epic to short story more >>

Learning from experience

Christchurch ESOL home tutor John Kirby has had a long time interest in Buddhism and the ancient Chinese philosophy of Taoism, which believes in the Yin and the Yang; two complementary opposites that come together to make a whole. more >>

A person of great talents

There are a lot of different ways of spotting talent. On TV, NZ Idol puts the spotlight on up-and-coming singers. Dragon's Den picks the new entrepreneurs. more >>

When learning isn't all one way

Being successful in getting a job in New Zealand isn't only a matter of having the right qualifications. Understanding the job market and processes can be a hurdle for migrants. more >>

Passing on the gift of speech

When Joan Saunders says: 'I don't believe in age, I believe in attitude,' there is nothing false or cliched about it. 'I believe anyone can do anything,' she adds, and the more this seventy-five-year-old English-language teacher talks, the more convincing she becomes. more >>