Literacy of Northern New York

Literacy of Northern NY

In-Person Tutor Training Watertown
Help an Adult Learn to Read Better!
If you love to read, share that love with an adult who struggles with literacy skills. Our tutor training course will teach you about phonics, word patterns, vocabulary development, reading comprehension, and fluency. After completing the course, participants are matched with an adult who needs help. Students and tutors meet in public places such as libraries for an hour or two each week. People taking this course must attend orientation, basic reading 1 & 2, and successful tutoring.
Help an Adult Speak English Better!
For those who enjoy multiculturalism, learn how to empower English language learners to navigate the community. The training emphasizes speaking & pronunciation, asking for information, health issues, vocabulary, greetings, building confidence and fluency, grammar, and some writing. You do not need to speak another language. People taking this course must attend Orientation, ESL 1 & 2, and successful tutoring.
Time for each session: 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Orientation: Tuesday, October 15
Basic Reading 1: Thursday, October 17
Basic Reading 2: Tuesday, October 22
ESL 1: Thursday, October 24
ESL 2: Tuesday, October 29
Successful Tutoring: Thursday, October 31
Where – 3^rd floor conference room, Key Bank, 200 Washington St., WatertownCall Literacy of Northern NY at 315-782-4270 to register or go to http://www.literacynny.org/contact/There is a $30 fee for the textbook for the reading course.
In-Person Tutor Training Lowville
Help an Adult Learn to Read Better in Lewis County
If you love to read, share that love with an adult who struggles with literacy skills. Our tutor training course will teach you about phonics, word patterns, vocabulary development, reading comprehension, and fluency. After you complete the course, you are matched with an adult who needs help. Students and tutors meet in public places such as libraries for an hour or two each week. People taking this course must attend orientation, basic reading 1 & 2, and successful tutoring.
Time for each session: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
When:
Orientation: Thursday, Oct. 24
Basic Reading 1: Tuesday, Oct. 29
Basic Reading 2: Thursday, Oct. 31
Successful Tutoring: Tuesday, Nov. 5
Where:
Literacy of Northern New York’s Lowville office, 7640 N. State St.
Call 315-376-8188 to register or go to http://www.literacynny.org/contact/
There is a $30 fee for the textbook.
If you can’t attend the in-person training, we also offer online training.
Literacy of Northern NY is a United Way partner agency.
Click on the following link to register for an event or workshop.
Registration: Tutor Training/Events Links
LNNY has ongoing tutor training courses in an Click on the link below for more information.
Flyer Online Tutor Training

We are open virtually during the Covid-19 pandemic!

LNNY is committed to providing services during the Covid-19 crisis.
Staff has set up Distance Learning.
Cecilia will host online learning for math and reading students who are currently enrolled in our program.
Deborah’s English classes will continue to run as online classes, Beginner and Intermediate levels.
Annie and the Fort Drum volunteers are also teaching online classes.

If you need to contact LNNY, you can call the office and leave a message or contact us through the Contact Us page on this web site
Stay safe and healthy! LNNY staff

Mission Statement

Literacy of Northern New York, Inc. is a volunteer-driven agency providing free tutoring services in Jefferson and Lewis counties, empowering adults toward employment, independence, and opportunity.

Confidential, learner-focused literacy services provided by trained volunteers provide education to English and non-English speaking adults so they can reach their goals and succeed in their communities.

Vision Statement

Through the use of volunteer tutoring, we will foster a community of adult lifelong learners who have the opportunity to flourish and perform at their highest potential.