One-to-One Adult Literacy Partners

Two men reading a book together as a part of the one-on-one adult literacy program

About the Program

Language | Literacy | Life

One-to-One Adult Literacy Partners at the Manitowoc Public Library provides goal-oriented, individualized literacy tutoring.

Trained volunteers help adults in Manitowoc County develop and enhance their skills in reading, writing, comprehending, and speaking English.

Our Vision

Our Vision is for every adult in Manitowoc County to have the English language skills necessary to succeed in life. When you can read and write, you can…

Fill out a job application
Understand a prescription label
Obtain a high school degree or complete occupational training
Help your children with their homework
Take a driver’s test
Use a computer
Communicate with your doctor, child’s teacher, co-workers, employer, and many others…

Our services are provided by trained volunteer tutors at no charge to the learner participants.
Each tutor-learner team works together to establish specific goals and develop strategies for success.
Tutors and learners form a trusting relationship, learning from each other.
Many of our learners have become U.S. Citizens, obtained employment, been promoted at work, and become more engaged in the community.

One-to-One Adult Literacy Partners Provides Tutors With The Tools & Skills To Achieve

The training and support needed to be successful – no prior teaching experience necessary
Core and supplemental books and materials
Opportunities to interact with and learn from other tutors
Social gatherings with other tutors and learners
Public locations for the tutor and learner to meet

Learner Application

Volunteer Application

Monthly Tutoring Report