Friends of Simon Tutor Description Friends of Simon Tutors: Work with newcomer elementary and secondary students Take initiative and are self-starters Provide academic and social support to students Create and lead literacy and/or numeracy related activities for large and small groups Increase students’ comfort level in expressing themselves in English Manage difficult behaviours and intervene when necessary Initiate interactions with isolated or reluctant students Model positive peer interactions and relationships Have an interest in working with younger students and making a difference in the community