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English Language Tutor

World Relief DuPage/Aurora
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Carol Stream, IL
I Want to Volunteer

    • Details

    Commitment Details:
    A time commitment of 1 - 2 hours a week for 6 months
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Education, Immigrants or Refugees
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Must be an Illinois resident

    Description

    ​​​​​​Learning the English language is one of the most crucial skills for refugees and immigrants to thrive in America. As an English Language Tutor, you’ll practice conversational English and language skills with an adult refugee or immigrant and become friends in the process!

    Tutors meet their student(s) in-person, typically at the student's home, or virtually for about 1 - 2 hours once a week for 6 months, walking through a short lesson that focuses on speaking and listening.

    Training and materials are provided. No previous English teaching experience is necessary. Knowledge of another language is not necessary. **Volunteers must be Illinois residents**

    Location

    On-site
    Carol Stream, Illinois, US

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    We will reach out to you with next steps once we have received your application. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to VolunteerChicagoland@WR.org. Thank you for your interest!

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