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253 people are interested
Teach Someone to Read
ORGANIZATION: 521146384
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253 people are interested
Train to become a volunteer tutor in NJ and teach someone to read or learn English. Tutors are needed in every county of NJ to tutor adults in reading, writing, math, job readiness and computers. Tutors are also needed to teach adults wishing to learn English.
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About 521146384
Location:
100 Menlo Park Drive, Ste 314, EDISON, NJ 08837, US
Mission Statement
Literacy New Jersey exists so all adults have the opportunity to read, write, and communicate effectively. We do this by training volunteer tutors to help adult learners and by supporting a network of literacy programs.
Description
Literacy New Jersey provides free instruction to adults who need help with reading, writing, math and speaking English. Trained volunteer tutors work with adults one-to-one or in small groups to help them improve their language and literacy skills so they can reach their life goals.
Literacy NJ:
- Offers free adult literacy services in twelve counties: Burlington, Gloucester, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Sussex, Warren, Union, Hudson, Atlantic, and Cape.
- Provides comprehensive training to prepare community volunteers to tutor adults.
- Provides professional development, technical assistance, training and other support services to 14 affiliate member programs.
- Develops and disseminates instructional materials and training on key topics in adult literacy.
- Advocates on behalf of a statewide network of programs for increased funding and increased visibility for the need for adult literacy services.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
100 Menlo Park DriveSte 314Edison, NJ 08837
DATE POSTED
January 5, 2016
SKILLS
- Adult Education
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- 2 hours a week for at least one year.