The Contra Costa County Library system is looking for volunteer adult literacy tutors for its free, confidential literacy program, Project Second Chance (PSC), which offers free, one-on-one tutoring to adults who would like to improve their English reading and writing.
Many adults need help with reading so they can pass a GED or U.S. citizenship test or read to their kids. PSC is specifically interested in finding tutors who live in or can travel to East Contra Costa County.
The need is great in Pittsburg, Bay Point, Oakley, Antioch and Brentwood for in-person PSC tutors, all of whom are provided with training. PSC tutors must be at least 21, comfortable with their own English reading and writing and willing to meet with an adult learner for 90-minute sessions twice a week.
PSC tutors must also be able to commit to volunteering for at least six months. Those interested can call 925-691-3960 or email leslie.mladinich@library.cccounty.us about how to test-drive the role before committing to an Aug. 16 training in Antioch.
— Contra Costa County Library
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