Volunteer tutors needed for Literacy Volunteers
NORWICH – Two local entities charged with increasing the fluency of adult literacy are joining forces to offer training for those willing to tutor area adults.
Having the most basic ability to read and write is increasing vital with each passing year. In an era of instantly available information accessible though the internet, a greater emphasis is placed on literacy in today's society.
While ample recourses are available for implementing literacy fundamentals in youths through the public education system, the same cannot be said for adults who, for whatever the reason, were unable to grasp fluent reading and writing as a student.
In light of that, Literacy Volunteers of Chenango County (LVCC) calling on the commnity to increase its staff of volunteers to tutor adults across Chenango County. Collaborating with Literacy Volunteers of Otsego/Delaware County and Literacy New York (LNY), LVCC strives to provide much-needed resources though joint tutor training.
“The general public would be astounded if they were aware just how many members of our community were unable to perform tasks as simple as reading the warning label of a medication or filling out paperwork at the DMV,” said JoAnn Kishbaugh, Director for Literacy Volunteers of Chenango County at Opportunities for Chenango in Norwich.
Many adults across the country cannot read a book or newspaper, fill out a job application or read to their children. According to 2013 U.S. Census estimates for Chenango County, 15 precent of people aged 25 and over lack a high school diploma; 12 percent lack basic literacy skills.
The Literacy Volunteers Tutor Training features a 12-hour workshop that includes a series of dynamic, hands-on and eye opening sessions that prepare tutors to recognize and address the needs of their assigned student. Each session is filled with interesting, relevant, and useful tutoring techniques and strategies which tutors can apply in their work with student.
“Both newly trained and experienced tutors are rewarded with feelings of satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment for their hard work,” said Kishbaugh. “One of our new tutors, Julie Beth Holdrege initiated a program where she meets with her student at his workplace; they do their tutoring sessions there during his break/lunch time,” she added.
According to Kishbaugh, literacy has a direct impact on an individual's economic self-sufficiency. To qualify for a job with a family sustaining income, adults need at least a GED or diploma plus some post-secondary education or training, which require the ability to read and write.
In an effort to conquer illiteracy amongst adults locally, LVCC will be hosting a Tutor Training Orientation session for Chenango County residents at OFC located at 44 W. Main St. Friday, Oct. 17.
The actual training sessions will be held at the Oneonta Adult Education building located at 31 Chestnut Street in Oneonta.
“No special knowledge or experience is required. Anyone can be a tutor, all that is needed is the desire to help an auld achieve their goals,” said Kishbaugh.
Volunteers are trained to work with adult learners on a variety of reading, writing, and math related goals they set for themselves and will receive support materials throughout the tutoring process.
“A Morrisville State College intern that I work with commented once that it was “amazing” how many illiterate people we have in our community – I replied that it's also amazing how many people regularly overcome the hurdle of literacy and are able to advance their lives,” said Kishbaugh.
For more information on Literacy Volunteers or to register for training, call JoAnn Kishbaugh at 334-7114 or email LVA@ofcinc.org. LVCC is a program of Opportunities for Chenango, Inc. and is funded by the New York State Education Department and also receives funding from Chenango County United Way.
Upcoming training opportunities:
•Tutor Training Orientation - Friday, Oct. 17, 2014 6:00p.m. – 8:00p.m. @ Opportunities for Chenango, Norwich
•Tutor Training Class #1- Friday, Oct. 24, 2014 9:30a.m. – 4:30p.m. @ Oneonta Adult Education, Oneonta
•Tutor Training Class # 2- Friday, Nov.7, 2014 9:30a.m. – 4:30p.m. @ Oneonta Adult Education, Oneonta
Having the most basic ability to read and write is increasing vital with each passing year. In an era of instantly available information accessible though the internet, a greater emphasis is placed on literacy in today's society.
While ample recourses are available for implementing literacy fundamentals in youths through the public education system, the same cannot be said for adults who, for whatever the reason, were unable to grasp fluent reading and writing as a student.
In light of that, Literacy Volunteers of Chenango County (LVCC) calling on the commnity to increase its staff of volunteers to tutor adults across Chenango County. Collaborating with Literacy Volunteers of Otsego/Delaware County and Literacy New York (LNY), LVCC strives to provide much-needed resources though joint tutor training.
“The general public would be astounded if they were aware just how many members of our community were unable to perform tasks as simple as reading the warning label of a medication or filling out paperwork at the DMV,” said JoAnn Kishbaugh, Director for Literacy Volunteers of Chenango County at Opportunities for Chenango in Norwich.
Many adults across the country cannot read a book or newspaper, fill out a job application or read to their children. According to 2013 U.S. Census estimates for Chenango County, 15 precent of people aged 25 and over lack a high school diploma; 12 percent lack basic literacy skills.
The Literacy Volunteers Tutor Training features a 12-hour workshop that includes a series of dynamic, hands-on and eye opening sessions that prepare tutors to recognize and address the needs of their assigned student. Each session is filled with interesting, relevant, and useful tutoring techniques and strategies which tutors can apply in their work with student.
“Both newly trained and experienced tutors are rewarded with feelings of satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment for their hard work,” said Kishbaugh. “One of our new tutors, Julie Beth Holdrege initiated a program where she meets with her student at his workplace; they do their tutoring sessions there during his break/lunch time,” she added.
According to Kishbaugh, literacy has a direct impact on an individual's economic self-sufficiency. To qualify for a job with a family sustaining income, adults need at least a GED or diploma plus some post-secondary education or training, which require the ability to read and write.
In an effort to conquer illiteracy amongst adults locally, LVCC will be hosting a Tutor Training Orientation session for Chenango County residents at OFC located at 44 W. Main St. Friday, Oct. 17.
The actual training sessions will be held at the Oneonta Adult Education building located at 31 Chestnut Street in Oneonta.
“No special knowledge or experience is required. Anyone can be a tutor, all that is needed is the desire to help an auld achieve their goals,” said Kishbaugh.
Volunteers are trained to work with adult learners on a variety of reading, writing, and math related goals they set for themselves and will receive support materials throughout the tutoring process.
“A Morrisville State College intern that I work with commented once that it was “amazing” how many illiterate people we have in our community – I replied that it's also amazing how many people regularly overcome the hurdle of literacy and are able to advance their lives,” said Kishbaugh.
For more information on Literacy Volunteers or to register for training, call JoAnn Kishbaugh at 334-7114 or email LVA@ofcinc.org. LVCC is a program of Opportunities for Chenango, Inc. and is funded by the New York State Education Department and also receives funding from Chenango County United Way.
Upcoming training opportunities:
•Tutor Training Orientation - Friday, Oct. 17, 2014 6:00p.m. – 8:00p.m. @ Opportunities for Chenango, Norwich
•Tutor Training Class #1- Friday, Oct. 24, 2014 9:30a.m. – 4:30p.m. @ Oneonta Adult Education, Oneonta
•Tutor Training Class # 2- Friday, Nov.7, 2014 9:30a.m. – 4:30p.m. @ Oneonta Adult Education, Oneonta
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