ESOL/ESL for Tutors

Have you ever thought about tutoring someone in English? Since 1990 the library has been training adults to become volunteer ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) tutors. Most people who decide to become tutors are thinking of the good it can do, helping others become more proficient in English and better able to cope with employment, landlords, schools or the medical profession. But then they discover the rewards, the satisfaction that comes as progress is made and a relationship develops that enriches both learner and tutor. Tutors often speak of their pleasure in learning about another culture and their greater appreciation of the challenges facing those who are adapting to ours.

We still have a list of learners who need our help.

Registration for tutor training is now open!

Spring  2025 classes for new ESOL tutors are scheduled for five Monday mornings, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Dates; 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, and 3/31. Only the last session will be held in-person in the Wayland Town Building. The rest of the sessions will be held on Zoom. Pre-registration is required. If you are interested in participating or have questions, please contact Ginny Steel or Jane Albert  at esol@waylandlibrary.org

YOU CAN LEARN TO TEACH ENGLISH

• 5 classes, 3 hours each. Taught twice a year – spring and fall.
• No teaching experience or foreign language ability required.
• Work one-to-one with an adult who wants to improve their English.
• Meet virtually or in person.
• Use materials introduced in the training class.
• Additional resources available here
• On-going support available for selecting materials and coaching.
• Read about the experiences of learners in our program