English At Large …

… provides free, accessible, high-quality services to adult immigrants in 24 communities across Greater Boston. Our One-to-One Tutoring, Conversation Groups, Career Access Lab (CAL), Beginner English, Caregiver and Workplace English Programs and Summer Book Groups give English language learners at all levels the knowledge, skills, tools, support and confidence they need to fully engage in their communities and move forward in their new life in the United States.

All of our services are delivered by volunteers, trained and supported by English At Large staff.  They are our greatest asset, and donate thousands of hours in service to the more than 400 learners who benefit from our programs each year.

  • More than 200 volunteers share their time, energy and knowledge as teachers and facilitators of our One-to-One Tutoring, Conversation Group and CAL Programs.
  • As many as 12 additional volunteers donate their time throughout the year in our office, and assist us with program planning, data management and learner assessments.

Our Volunteers…

…give life to our mission and work hard to ensure that EAL programs are of the highest quality and relevant for their learners.

  • EAL volunteers share a deep commitment to welcoming newcomers in their communities, and supporting their learner’s journey to learn English and to acclimate to life in the US and in their communities.
  • EAL volunteers bring a wealth of life experience to their roles, and share this freely with their learners.
  • EAL volunteers are natural ambassadors, not only for EAL, but also for the value that immigrants and refugees add to our society.

English At Large serves a highly diverse set of English language learners who live or work in our 24-community service area.

 

Our Learners…

  • Come to the United States from 48 different countries.
  • Speak 33 different languages and unique dialects.
  • 76% are female, 18% are male, 6% did not identify.
  • 60% are between 35-54 years of age.
  • 65% have a higher education degree, earned in their home country.
  • 46% have a household income under $30,000; 68% are under $45,000.
  • 30% are beginner English language learners.
  • 38% are unemployed and seeking work.
  • 37% are employed in positions well below their professional credentials.

Our Service Area

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English At Large serves 24 communities in Greater Boston, Massachusetts:

Acton
Andover
Arlington
Bedford
Belmont
Billerica
Boxborough
Burlington
Carlisle
Chelmsford
Concord
Lexington
Lincoln
Littleton
Maynard
Medford
North Reading
Reading
Stoneham
Wakefield
Waltham
Wilmington
Winchester
Woburn

English At Large

800 West Cummings Park, Suite 5550
Woburn, MA 01801
tel : 781.395.2374
email : info@englishatlarge.org

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English At Large

English learners! This beautiful weather may give you a case of spring fever, but we encourage you to spring into action and find ways to use these common spring idioms. Doing so will put a spring in your step! ... See MoreSee Less

English learners! This beautiful weather may give you a case of spring fever, but we encourage you to spring into action and find ways to use these common spring idioms. Doing so will put a spring in your step!
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English learners! Do you have the time? Today's lesson from Bob the Canadian will help you learn several phrases to use when talking about time! ... See MoreSee Less

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Please note: our offices are closed today to allow our staff to enjoy some well-deserved PTO. We will be back in the office on Tuesday, May 30th. Have a great weekend! ... See MoreSee Less

Please note: our offices are closed today to allow our staff to enjoy some well-deserved PTO.  We will be back in the office on Tuesday, May 30th. Have a great weekend!
6 days ago
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English Learners! Why do English words have silent letters? Find out with today's lesson from MMMEnglish! ... See MoreSee Less

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English Learners! We still have openings in several of our summer Conversation Groups, including those running at the Burlington Public Library and Billerica Public Library! Register today to claim your spot: www.englishatlarge.org/conversation-groups/ ... See MoreSee Less

English Learners! We still have openings in several of our summer Conversation Groups, including those running at the Burlington Public Library and Billerica Public Library! Register today to claim your spot: http://www.englishatlarge.org/conversation-groups/
1 week ago
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English Learners! A sure sign of spring is birdsong. We also have many American idioms about birds. We hope you take to today's list like a duck to water and feel as happy as a lark! ... See MoreSee Less

English Learners! A sure sign of spring is birdsong.  We also have many American idioms about birds. We hope you take to todays list like a duck to water and feel as happy as a lark!
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English Learners! Do you know how to use the words “thing” and “stuff” naturally in English? Today's video lesson from English with Emma can help! ... See MoreSee Less

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English learners! We are back with our daily lessons on how YOU can improve your English! Today's video from Bob the Canadian gives you 5 challenges to "Spice Up" your English learning. Enjoy! www.youtube.com/watch?v=XN1CoE59Br0 ... See MoreSee Less

English learners! We are back with our daily lessons on how YOU can improve your English! Todays video from Bob the Canadian gives you 5 challenges to Spice Up your English learning.  Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XN1CoE59Br0
2 weeks ago
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English Learners! Here is Part 2 of the video lesson that explains silent letters in English words from MMMEnglish! ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago
English At Large

Attention college students! We are still accepting applications for our Summer Internship Program! Interviews are taking place now, so apply today! www.englishatlarge.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/EAL-Summer-2023-Internship-Job-Description.pdf ... See MoreSee Less

Attention college students! We are still accepting applications for our Summer Internship Program! Interviews are taking place now, so apply today! http://www.englishatlarge.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/EAL-Summer-2023-Internship-Job-Description.pdf
4 weeks ago
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We are meeting some wonderful people at our Woburn Volunteer Fair! We are here until 7:30. Stop by and say hello! ... See MoreSee Less

We are meeting some wonderful people at our Woburn Volunteer Fair! We are here until 7:30. Stop by and say hello!Image attachment
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Join us tonight at our Volunteer Fair to learn more about how YOU can make a difference with English At Large! ... See MoreSee Less

Join us tonight at our Volunteer Fair to learn more about how YOU can make a difference with English At Large!
4 weeks ago
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We are expanding our team! Are you a highly-organized, detail-oriented professional, with strong administrative skills looking for a part-time position? Consider applying today! www.englishatlarge.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/EAL-Job-Opportunity-Program-Assistant-2023.pdf ... See MoreSee Less

We are expanding our team! Are you a highly-organized, detail-oriented professional, with strong administrative skills looking for a part-time position? Consider applying today! http://www.englishatlarge.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/EAL-Job-Opportunity-Program-Assistant-2023.pdf
1 month ago
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Have you ever thought about volunteering in your community? Stop by and see us at our Volunteer Fair on Wednesday, May 3rd! We are currently in need of volunteers in @WoWoburn, Massachusetts and surrounding communities. YOU can make a difference for a local English learner as a volunteer with English At Large! ... See MoreSee Less

Have you ever thought about volunteering in your community? Stop by and see us at our Volunteer Fair on Wednesday, May 3rd! We are currently in need of volunteers in @WoWoburn, Massachusetts and surrounding communities.  YOU can make a difference for a local English learner as a volunteer with English At Large!
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