Adult Education Facilitator - Speak English Group
Adult Education Facilitator - Speak English Group
Location: Sand Creek Library
Schedule: Tuesday evenings 5:00 – 6:45 p.m.
Age Requirement: 21+
About the Role:
We are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate volunteers to lead informal English conversation groups. As a Speak English Facilitator, you will facilitate engaging and supportive sessions that help English Acquisition Learners improve their speaking skills and build confidence. This role is essential in creating a welcoming environment where learners from diverse backgrounds can practice English in a relaxed and friendly setting. Training will be provided.
Duties and Qualifications:
- Plan and facilitate weekly or bi-weekly conversation group sessions, ensuring they are engaging and interactive. (Training provided)
- Create a supportive and inclusive environment where all participants feel comfortable speaking.
- Encourage participation from all group members, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to speak.
- Use a variety of topics and activities to stimulate conversation and practice different aspects of spoken English.
- Provide constructive feedback to participants to help them improve their speaking skills.
- Attend volunteer orientation and volunteer training sessions as required
- Keep attendance records and provide feedback to the Adult Education Manager on the progress of the group.
- Communicate any challenges or needs to the Adult Education Manager promptly
- Kindly communicate with library staff
- Report time spent volunteering in Better Impact, PPLD’s volunteer management system
- Ability to follow library policies and staff direction
Time Commitment:
- Program is held every Tuesday, 5:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
- Volunteers are asked to arrive 15 minutes early for setup and stay briefly after for cleanup
- Volunteers are expected to prepare for and facilitate one session per week and should expect to spend ~5 hours per session (about 2.5 hours per week in group and 1-2 hours planning at home)
- 6-month commitment to ensure consistency in the student experience.
Skills Needed:
- Strong command of the English language.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping others.
- Ability to lead and manage group dynamics effectively.
- Cultural sensitivity and an understanding of the challenges faced by language learners.
- Previous teaching, tutoring or facilitation experience
- Experience working with English Acquisition Learners
Support Provided:
- Library staff will manage registration, attendance, and logistics.
- Training Provided
- Ongoing communication and support from the Adult Education Department
Ready to join the adventure?
Apply now, or contact Karen Goates, kgoates@ppld.org to learn more!
