TO BE A VOLUNTEER TUTOR

First language is English or equivalent

Help learners improve conversational skills 

Build connections with learners worldwide

Bridge the gap for learners facing access barriers

Be part of a global network dedicated to change

TO BE A TUTOR

First language is English or equivalent

Help learners improve conversational skills 

Build connections with learners worldwide

Be part of a global network dedicated to change

talk to young people Talk to young people

Who are the learners?

tutor young people speaking English

Learners come from diverse ages and backgrounds in non-English-speaking regions, each eager to improve their conversational fluency. Learners have varying goals:
・Natural Conversations: Many seek casual, natural exchanges with native speakers to build confidence.
・Explore Western Culture: Others are interested in learning about cultural perspectives and experiences.
・Improve Language Skills: Some focus on refining pronunciation, expanding vocabulary, or strengthening listening skills.

Chat sessions are open-ended and flexible. Mentors can guide conversations based on each learner’s needs and goals.

How you make a difference?

Achieving English fluency requires consistent practice with native speakers. However, socioeconomic barriers limit worldwide access to quality English learning resources. Volunteer mentors bridge this gap by providing essential conversational practice for learners.
・Facilitate Conversation: Initiate and guide discussions to encourage natural dialogue and engagement
・Adapt to Learners' Needs: Customize topics and questions based on learner's interests and goals.
・Provide Feedback: Offer constructive feedback on pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary usage in a supportive manner.
・Have Fun: Share enjoyable conversations and build meaningful connections.

tutor young people speaking English

DO I NEED A TEACHING LICENSE?

tutor young people speaking English

No teaching license or professional tutoring experience is required! Our chat sessions are designed to be relaxed, conversational, and free of strict curriculum. The goal is to help learners improve their English through consistent practice and exposure to natural, everyday dialogues with native speakers. By facilitating meaningful conversations, showing patience and encouragement, and actively engaging with learners, you provide an invaluable resource for their language development. As a mentor, your role is to create a welcoming environment, guide discussions naturally, and encourage learners to practice speaking without fear of mistakes.

Chat topic examples

No topic limitation. Here is a topic list for your reference

how to start

how to chat

Once you are appointed by any learner, you will receive an email notification that a chat is created. Log in to En Chat to check your timetable. Your smartphone will receive a notification message 30 mins and 5 mins prior to the appointment starts. Open the En Chat around 5 mins before the chat starts and check your audio device functionality, then wait for your partner to enter the chat room. During the video chat, you can text message your partner. Each chat is allowed a maximum of 31 mins. After that time, the chat room will be forced to close by the app.

end the chat

If you don’t like to chat with your partner you can quit without any penalty. Please quit respectfully. Write a review for each chat with a few details about but not limited to the following topics: Fluency and coherence, lexical resource (metaphors, paraphrasing, etc.), grammatical range and accuracy, and pronunciation.

How to get more learner’s attention?

1. Provide a good review score. You will be rated for each chat by your partner. The learner evaluates you in terms of attitude, helpful or not, punctuation, etc. Of course, they will choose tutors based on the review score.
2. Set your availability as many as possible.
3. Write a good review to let your partner know where they should improve. Learners typically like specific, and detailed feedback.

Reminder

We build this bridge to connect the tutors and the learners. Hope everyone could enjoy chatting with your partner but we are not responsible for the chat content which may cause any unexpected results such as offending language or fraud… If you happen to meet a disrespectful partner or do not feel comfortable with the chatting, you can directly tell your partner your thoughts or quit the conversation and report it to us. Any topic related to money transferring or your private information disclosure must be precautioned. Your partner never has chance to know your email from our website or app unless you disclose it.

We Speak English Network is founded by a group of caring Canadians to help native English speakers and overseas young people to set up a fabulous connection, help the participants find more fun, and help young people improve their English at a very low cost. Whether our platform survives or not depends on how many users support us. As a not-for-profit organization, we cannot afford expensive advertisements for promotion. If you like us, feel free to reach out or tell your friends to join us as a tutor. Your support would encourage us to go further.