Literacy Volunteers - Winchester Area

English as a Second Language

ESL Flyer

Literacy Volunteers-Winchester Area serves adult learners from countries across the globe. ESL classes are available in a variety of ways.

Our volunteer instructors provide free ESL classes at the Literacy Volunteer office, at Winchester Church of God, and at the Korean Church in Stephens City. Every learner receives a free literacy assessment by a trained specialist. From "survival" English to improving comprehension and fluency, tutors are trained to provide appropriate level language instruction. The Literacy Volunteers approach emphasizes using all language components-listening, speaking, reading and writing-to teach and reinforce learning.

In addition, LV-WA provides volunteers for all ESL classes provided by Northern Shenandoah Valley Adult Education, and offers one-on-one tutoring for individuals requesting additional instruction.

During one-on-one instruction sessions, tutors and their ESL students work on practical application of English language skills, using real-life materials in their lessons. Each tutor and student will meet at a library, the Literacy office, or other locations in the community on a weekly basis to work on improving English language skills.

Depending on the student's needs, a tutor may focus on basic vocabulary, conversational skills, verbs and sentence structure, fluency or pronunciation. Some students work on English skills while also studying for their Citizenship test. The tutor and student work together to build a "portfolio" of accomplishments that track successes and highlight the student's work.

Our ESL program also provides opportunities for learners to participate in small conversation groups, to practice their speaking and comprehension skills in a safe, comfortable environment.


English as a Second Language ESL Flyer Literacy Volunteers-Winchester Area serves adult learners from countries across the globe. ESL classes are available in a variety of ways. Our volunteer instructors provide free ESL classes at the Literacy Volunteer office, at Winchester Church of God, and at the Korean Church in Stephens City. Every learner receives a free literacy assessment by a trained specialist. From "survival" English to improving comprehension and fluency, tutors are trained to provide appropriate level language instruction. The Literacy Volunteers approach emphasizes using all language components-listening, speaking, reading and writing-to teach and reinforce learning. In addition, LV-WA provides volunteers for all ESL classes provided by Northern Shenandoah Valley Adult Education, and offers one-on-one tutoring for individuals requesting additional instruction. During one-on-one instruction sessions, tutors and their ESL students work on practical application of English language skills, using real-life materials in their lessons. Each tutor and student will meet at a library, the Literacy office, or other locations in the community on a weekly basis to work on improving English language skills. Depending on the student's needs, a tutor may focus on basic vocabulary, conversational skills, verbs and sentence structure, fluency or pronunciation. Some students work on English skills while also studying for their Citizenship test. The tutor and student work together to build a "portfolio" of accomplishments that track successes and highlight the student's work. Our ESL program also provides opportunities for learners to participate in small conversation groups, to practice their speaking and comprehension skills in a safe, comfortable environment. Training Requirements for Volunteers: Orientation: 1 hour Online ESL training: 6 hours Observations: 5 hours Links: www.literacycampus.org Northern Shenandoah Valley Adult Ed Top











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