English Language Learning Volunteers
You are welcoming newcomers.
With three volunteer hours a week, you can help newcomers settle into their new community.
Together, we will:
- Overcome language barriers
- Build cultural understanding
- Achieve a sense of community
What you'll be doing
Once a week for 2 hours, you'll meet 1-on-1 or with a small group of adults looking to improve their English communication skills. You'll help them practice their English conversation skills and learn about the local community.
- Read more about the position in the volunteer position description, opens a new window.
- Learn more about our English Language Learning (ELL) program.
About you
- No experience is necessary. We provide training and support for all our volunteers!
- You're interested in meeting people from around the globe and learning about culture.
- You're able to commit to a scheduled 2-3 hour weekly time commitment for at least 3 months.
Training for volunteers
We offer a series of workshops for our ELL Volunteers including:
- ELL Basics
- Cultural Awareness Training
- ESL Literacy
- Goal Setting and Lesson Planning
Our program coordinator will work with you to determine which workshops are best for you.
Scheduled Sessions
Upcoming sessions for Fall 2026 - Winter 2027.
Registration will open on August 24, 2026.
Sessions will take place at:
- Alderney Gate Public Library
- Bedford Public Library
- Captain William Spry Public Library
- Halifax Central Library
- Halifax North Memorial Public Library
- Keshen Goodman Public Library
- Sackville Public Library
- Woodlawn Public Library
- Virtual sessions will also be available