Language Institute at UPC
In the last 25 years, more than 75,000 refugees have been accepted to resettle in King County. English language acquisition continues to be one of the most important factors in their ability to adapt successfully in our culture.
The Language Institute at UPC serves refugees and immigrants from over 25 different nations in the greater Seattle area by:
- Tutoring English as a second language in small classes or one-on-one
- Christian volunteers developing warm, caring relationships with students
- Offering optional Bible studies when appropriate
Teach or tutor with UPC's Language Institute!
We always have needs for ESL teachers and home tutors, and the commitment is usually for one day or evening per week. All training is provided. For more info or to volunteer, please email breanneb@upc.org or call 206.524.7301, x173 to get an application. For additional teacher/tutor resources click the links below:
Not sure you want to teach or tutor? We might still have a place for you! See our list of volunteer needs below.
- Assist in the Language Institute office for a couple of hours per week, or as available. We need help designing and updating PowerPoint presentations, newsletters, mailing lists, etc.
- We need an event coordinator to handle various aspects of fundraiser planning in coordination with LI staff members.
If you or someone you know is interested in taking English classes, please download the information sheet and complete one of the registration forms below:
Language Acquisition for Mission Service (LAMS)
LAMS equips people who are preparing for cross-cultural ministry by providing them with effective principles and strategies that enable them to learn the language of any people group they are called to serve. Group training as well as individual consultation is available. For more info please email Carol Johnson or call 206.524.7301, x173.