Literacy Source provides free adult education classes in English for Speakers of Other Languages, GED prep, Ready to Work, Conversation Classes, and Citizenship preparation and classes. Literacy Source makes it possible for adults to gain the basic literacy skills they need in order to succeed in school, to find a job, to achieve life goals, and to create a better, more hopeful future. At the heart of our work is teaching adult learners to read, write, and do basic math. That's because proficiency in these areas is a game-changer for people who are otherwise unable to attain employment, thrive in school, gain citizenship, and pursue other life opportunities. Our students come from over 50 countries, speak over 40 languages, and most are non-native English speakers. Our top five languages of students are Amharic, Tigrinya, Spanish, Chinese, and Oromo.

Providing case management services for basic needs to students.

Provide attendance barrier mitigation through case management.

Attend classes to meet students, help assess needs, and provide resources.

Network with other Lake City providers to learn about and connect to resources.

Compile a resources list for students and find ways to translate it into languages our students speak.

Create slides for classes to showcase resources at a level the class can understand.

Possibility to oversee a volunteer matching program for those who want to find employment.

Opportunity to advocate for students around immigration, adult education, basic needs, and for funding opportunities.

Opportunity to organize small campaigns with staff or the Literacy Source community for advocacy on pressing issues that affect students.

Preference for students who have some experience working with non-native English speakers, individuals with low socioeconomic status, or who have lived experience in ESOL or GED classes.

preference to students who can speak any of the languages our students speak (See above for top languages).

Shira Rosen
shirar@literacysource.org
206-782-2050