# 4 Black Hawk College Adult Volunteer Literacy Program

Program Description

Adult literacy volunteer tutors support our Adult Education program by providing one-on-one or group instruction in reading, writing and speaking the English language. Learners are enrolled in English as a Second Language (ESL) or GED classes. Volunteers make a tremendous difference in the lives of those who are learning English or improving their basic reading or language skills. Volunteers teach a day and time that is convenient for them. Morning and evening assignments are available Monday through Friday. Flexible scheduling allows both working and retired people the opportunity to share their time and talent. Volunteers receive specialized training in helping adults learn how to read and have access to resource materials, as well as support and advice as they develop their skills as a literacy tutor.
To qualify for a tutor, a learner must be an adult age 17 or older not currently enrolled in school and must read, write, compute or comprehend below the ninth-grade level on an accepted test.