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Literacy Together (formerly the Literacy Council of Buncombe County) is a nonprofit organization working with children, youth, and adults to increase comprehensive literacy and English language skills through access to literacy resources and specialized instruction by trained volunteer tutors. Literacy Together relies on volunteer tutors to offer students personal instruction and high-quality materials through various programs.
The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program is seeking virtual and in-person tutors to meet with students two hours a week to improve literacy.
The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program teaches oral English, reading, and writing to adults who have immigrated to the U.S. from around the world. ESOL is the largest program at Literacy Together, serving approximately 250 students annually. Our students’ most common goals in learning English are to improve their employment prospects, help their children in school, and pass the U.S. Naturalization exam. Each student works with a trained volunteer tutor, either individually or in a small group of up to ten people.
Time Commitment:
- 2 hours/week for one year minimum
Requirements:
- GED or High School diploma
- Participate in online training
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work patiently with various levels of literacy skills
- Access to reliable internet
- Ability to navigate virtual meetings with minimal distractions
Training:
- ESOL Training Program takes approximately 8 hours to complete
Health and Safety:
- All training and tutoring sessions are virtual
In order to sign up for this volunteer project, simply
- Click "respond" above to secure your spot and receive a notification with the next steps.
- You can expect a follow up from the Literacy Council within 1-3 business days after responding.
Hands On Asheville-Buncombe is not responsible for opportunities managed by partner agencies. If you are onsite at a volunteer opportunity and don't feel safety guidelines are being followed, please connect with onsite project organizers and if not addressed, please let us know by completing our Volunteer Experience Form.
