ESOL Volunteers
ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
Who: Teach English to adult newcomers from Mexico, Central America, and all over the world. You do not need to be bilingual (but please let us know if you have language skills that could be helpful).
What: Our student-centered classes emphasize participatory language learning. Help students set goals and develop English listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in pursuit of these goals.
When: Monday -Thursday 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Commitment: Teach two hours per week for at least one semester (approx. 16 weeks).
Where:
- Lakewood Baptist Church (2100 Chapel Hill Rd.) (map)
- Durham County Library (Main Library, North Regional Branch, East Regional Branch)
- The Family Center of Northern Durham, 206 E. Murray Ave. (map)
How: Attend an orientation and sign up for Tutor Training there:
Please attend ONE orientation from 6-7pm:
DATES:
January 2009 / TBA
(2100 Chapel Hill Rd.) / Entrance from side door off of Bivins St.
Tutor Training Dates:
(required to attend all three dates)JANUARY 2009 / TBA
Location:
Are you interested in helping young Latino children develop the skills they need to begin school? Our ESOL Family Literacy program needs volunteers!
What:Our Family Literacy program includes a preschool for 3-5 year-olds.
Help is needed in the preschool and providing childcare for infants and
toddlers while their parents are in ESOL class.
Where: The Family Center, 206 E. Murray Ave., Durham
When: Mondays, Tuesdays, or Wednesdays, 9:30am-12:30pm
More Info: It is NOT necessary to be multi-lingual
If you do speak another language, please state which one.
Read MORE about the ESOL program and Upcoming Classes.
Contact: 919 323-5292, esol@durhamliteracy.org
