Volunteer Tutors work in one of two programs:

1. The English as a Second Language (ESL) program teaches conversation, reading and writing skills to small groups of adults whose first language is not English. At Literacy Advance, we have learners from over 70 countries speaking more than 30 different languages. The classes focus on everyday English skills - such as being able to communicate on visits to the doctor, complete application forms and read instructions. We encourage classes that are lively and fun, use games, word puzzles and role-play, and use real-world materials instead of only textbooks (e.g. newspapers, flyers, food labels).
   
   
2. In the Adult Basic Education (ABE) program, Tutors work one-on-one with adults who want to improve their reading and writing skills. With the help of the Literacy Advance staff, Tutors will work with their learner to determine that person’s particular literacy needs and goals. A curriculum can then be tailored to the needs of that individual, using a variety of curricula and examples of authentic materials (such as application forms, personal letters, etc).

Volunteer Tutors are asked to commit for a period of 12 weeks, usually teaching twice per week for 2 hours at a time (there is also an option to tutor one 3-hour class per week, or to co-tutor and ESL class with another person).

Requirements include a class observation followed by a 5-hour Tutor Training Workshop. On-going training is provided in the form of Enrichment Labs.


This opportunity is sponsored by: Literacy Advance Of Houston

We need volunteers who are free at these times

Evenings Weekends Weekdays

This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers

Adults (26-54) Unpaid Interns Adults (55+) Young Adults (18-25) Individual

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Contact Person:
Jen Walters, Program Director, (phone), (email)


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Address:


2424 Wilcrest Drive, Suite 120 Houston, TX 77042 (See a map)

Directions:

We are located on the west side of town, close to the Wilcrest/Westheimer intersection. Driving west on Westheimer (with beltway 8 behind you), turn right (north) into Wilcrest Drive. On your left you will see a shopping center, then a tall 6-storey brown building. We are located in the 2-storey brown building immediately after that. A green sign at the entrance has the number 2424 clearly marked.


Web Site: http://www.literacyadvance.org

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