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English Around the World

What is English Around the World?

"English Around the World," is a volunteer-driven initiative facilitating English language education across borders. Our program provides a platform for individuals passionate about teaching to connect with learners globally, fostering language proficiency and cultural exchange. Volunteers can connect with learners from various backgrounds, all from the convenience of their own homes. Whether you're experienced at teaching English, eager to make a difference, or even not proficient in another language, there's a place for you in our community. No previous teaching experience is needed, and all are welcome. We use English Connect to design our lesson plans, and we rely on having many volunteers to make teaching more personal and impactful for learners.

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How do I get involved?

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Volunteer Description: Volunteers will meet virtually with non-English speaking students and will help them improve their English skills.

Volunteer Commitment: The group meets every Saturday at 9:30 - 11:15 a.m. in the Y-Serve office (WSC 2330). Those who speak Mandarin, Japanese, and Cantonese have an additional meeting Thursday 8:00 p.m. also in the Y-Serve office.

Step 1

Please email eatw@byu.edu before attending the weekly meetings. Contact information for the Executive Director can be found under the "Contact Us" section.

Step 2

Training: Please complete this mandatory 25-minute Minor Protection Training. If you are not a student employee, then email your NetID to yserve@byu.edu to request access to the training.
Then, become familiar with how to Report Your Service Hours

Supplementary Material

Daily Dose

BECOME A LEADER

This program is looking for program directors that speak a language other than Spanish or Mandarin.

Volunteer Leader Description: There are two kinds of leadership positions: Lead Program Director and Program Director. A program only has one Lead Program Director, but multiple Program Directors. Leaders are generally responsible for overseeing recruitment, retention, and reflection with volunteers. They also coordinate service with community partners and ensure their program runs smoothly. Volunteer leaders may also share the responsibilities of volunteers as outlined in the Volunteer Description. For more information, visit our section called Be a Leader!

Volunteer Leader Commitment: In addition to volunteering, Volunteer leaders commit to a 1-hour monthly team meeting to discuss needs and make plans for the program. Apply to become a leader by completing the application below:

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Contact Info

Directors

Available by email at eatw@byu.edu

Ethan Anderson, Lead Program Director

Spanish
775-404-2796

Anita Ko

Cantonese and Mandarin
408-442-9098

Angela Werner

725-266-3770

Ashley Breinholt

505-717-6044

Ashton Blake

Spanish
406-564-7807

Cameron Darlington

Cantonese and Mandarin
801-369-3905

Carter Thompson

Japanese
208-339-7312

Colton Dixon

Spanish
480-442-0441

Cullen Masterson

970-901-0066

Joshua Bell

Japanese and Portuguese
208-751-5857

Lara Zanotti

Italian
385-223-3451

Mimi Chu

385-283-4115