Volunteer Tutors Needed for English Language Learners

Partners in English Language Learning (PiELL, piell.org) helps English language learners become thriving members of our community by offering one-on-one English language tutoring, and building bridges that foster cross-cultural respect, understanding, and friendship. Tutors are a vital component in this endeavor. Our students give many reasons for wanting to improve their English language skills, the primary goal being a better life for themselves and their families. Students want to be better equipped to deal with day-to-day issues, such as parental school responsibilities, family medical matters, communications with employers and customers, and understanding the checkout transactions when they shop. The process of learning English is often a difficult and scary journey, and PiELL volunteer tutors are there to help our students reach their goals. Tutors work with their adult students one-on-one, committing to a minimum of one hour a week, at a time and place that is convenient for both tutor and student. To be a tutor, no formal teaching experience is necessary, and English is the only language required. PiELL provides tutor training, mentors and a resource library. For more information about volunteering as a tutor with PiELL, please visit our website www.piell.org, or contact us at 530 265-2116 or at admin@piell.org.