The Hays Public Library provides English as a Second Language and Literacy tutoring services on a one-to-one basis. The library has a room, computer, and other materials for the use of the students and tutors for class sessions. Contact Paula Elder at the Library (785-625-9014) to become a student or tutor, or if you have any questions.

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In the ESL program, tutors assist students in speaking, writing, and reading English in a more proficient manner. Tutors can concentrate on any area the student requests, with practical use being the main focus – learning the vocabulary needed to build life skills. Volunteer tutors spend approximately one to two hours per week with their students working on what the student and tutor agree are areas of needed improvement. Tutors do not necessarily speak anything but English.

If you are interested in the ESL services, please contact Paula Elder at the Library (785-625-9014).

You may wish to fill out the ESL Student Form in advance. This form asks some basic questions which will help us find someone that should be able to work well with you. You do not need to be a library patron nor do you need to be fluent in English.

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In the Literacy program, tutors assist students in learning to read and write better and in improving vocabulary for people unable to read or write or who simply want to increase their skills. Tutors can concentrate on any area the student requests with practical use being the main focus. Volunteers spend approximately one to two hours per week with their students working on what the student and tutor agree are areas of needed improvement. Tutors can help with practical English usage for a variety of circumstances.

If you are interested in the Literacy services, please contact Paula Elder at the Library (785-625-9014).
You may wish to fill out the Literacy Student Form in advance. This form asks some basic questions which will help us find someone that should be able to work well with you. You do not need to be a library patron nor do you need to be at any specific level of proficiency in English.

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If there is enough interest, a class setting may be developed to meet basic English needs, in addition to the one-on-one tutoring. This would be approximately two hours per week.

If you are interested in a class setting, please contact Paula Elder at the Library (785-625-9014). Completing a student form (see above) would be helpful in setting up the kinds of services you want/need and in developing the class objectives.

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If you are interested in being a tutor, please contact Paula Elder at the Library (785-625-9014) and complete this Tutor Information Form. It will provide us with some information that will help us match you to someone who needs your assistance. No experience is necessary, just a desire to help.

If you have questions, please contact Paula Elder at Hays Public Library.