Pasco Libraries provides training for volunteer tutors and a venue for regularly-scheduled literacy improvement sessions to assist learners 18+ with Adult Basic Education (ABE) Literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL) Literacy.
The adult literacy service also helps to match tutors and learners who can choose to meet one-to-one as their schedules allow.
This service is currently offered at New River Library and Hugh Embry Library. Pasco Libraries plan to expand to other branches in the future.
Conversation Corner
Each week, English language learners can practice literacy skills in a supportive, friendly group setting.
Join us at the Conversation Corner!
New River Library: Every Saturday from 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Call 813-788-6375 to reserve a seat.
Hugh Embry Library: Every Friday from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Call 352-567-3576 to reserve a seat.
One-on-One Tutoring
Individualized tutoring helps learners improve speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills to meet their literacy goals.
Make a Difference
19% of Pasco residents are at the lowest level of reading, possibly functionally illiterate, meaning they struggle to read charts, instructions, and basic texts in their environment (Source: PIAAC Map).
BECOME A TUTOR
Instructor Qualifications
• Proficient in English language & grammar
• 18 years of age or older
• Dedicated to helping others
• Sensitive to different backgrounds & cultures
• Respectful of confidentiality
Requirements
• Commit to one year of service
• Participate in a 6-hour training workshop
• Demonstrate computer readiness
Benefits
• Satisfaction in helping others
• Learn new teaching strategies
• Gain insights into different lifestyles & cultures
• Make new friends
• Have fun
RESOURCES FOR VOLUNTEER TUTORS
• Florida Literacy Coalition Tutor Help Center
• Proliteracy Professional Development > Tutor/Teacher
• First time users: Find "Non-Members at the bottom of the page and complete the online form.
• Returning users: Find "Already A User: Login Here" at the bottom of the page.