ESL Tutor Forum
Online MI, United StatesForum leader:Ā Lupita FloresĀ (269) 382-0490 ext. 224 English as a Second Language (ESL) is an important part of the adult learning continuum. Immigrants and refugees in our communities are eager to learn language and literacy skills that help them function at work, school, and community settings. Increasingly, volunteer tutors are providing instruction for ESL learners. This... Read more »
Parent Literacy Forum
Online MI, United StatesForum Leaders: Kamaria Snell, (269) 382-0490 ext. 263 and Kym Hollars (269) 382-0490 ext. 287. Parents are the first teachers of their children, and helping their children read is a critical part of parenting. This forum will explore evidence-based literacy strategies for parents that can be used to help improve reading outcomes, such as Story... Read more »
Tutor Training Orientation
420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo, MI 49001 420 E. Alcott Street, Kalamazoo, MIAt new tutor orientation, you will learn about the KLCās mission, vision, services, and programs. We will also outline what you can expect from the tutor training sessions. The KLCās tutor orientation and training sessions are hybrid, so you may choose to participate in person or online. To sign up,Ā please fill out the form here.... Read more »
Tutor Training Parts One & Two
420 E. Alcott St. Kalamazoo, MI 49001 420 E. Alcott Street, Kalamazoo, MIThis is the training that is required to become a certified reading tutor with the KLC. You will learn how to teach adults using the Laubach method and the Challenger reading series, plus effective strategies for tutoring and engaging native English speakers and English language learners. These sessions are hybrid, so you can choose to... Read more »
Parent Literacy Forum
Online MI, United StatesForum Leaders: Kamaria Snell, (269) 382-0490 ext. 263 and Kym Hollars (269) 382-0490 ext. 287. Parents are the first teachers of their children, and helping their children read is a critical part of parenting. This forum will explore evidence-based literacy strategies for parents that can be used to help improve reading outcomes, such as Story... Read more »