Volunteers needed in St. Charles to help adults learn English

Literacy Volunteers Fox Valley needs volunteers who can help adults read, write, understand and speak English better. Free tutor training workshops are scheduled for January and February.

The January workshop will meet from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays Jan. 17, 19, 24 and 26, at the St. Charles Public Library.

The February workshop will meet from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays Feb. 8, 10, 15 and 17, also at the St. Charles Public Library.

The workshop teaches methods used to tutor adults in English while discussing the issues people face when they have little knowledge of the American culture.

When you complete the workshop, you will be matched with one adult learner. You will tutor one hour per week.

Volunteers do not need to know a second language or have a background in education to help. According to learners, the most successful tutors are good listeners and give practical information. Staff members will provide continuing support.

To register or for more information about the workshop, visit lvfv.org or call (630) 584-4428.