M-DC PUBLIC LIBRARY - PROJECT L.E.A.D. - NORTH DADE REGIONAL

Description:

Project L.E.A.D. (Literacy for Every Adult in Dade) is an adult literacy program designed to assist English!€‘speaking adults who have low literacy and writing skills. The program provides free, one!€‘on!€‘one, confidential tutoring to help adults improve their reading and writing skills. Adult learners are matched with volunteer tutors who help them achieve their reading goals. Teams meet twice per week at a library branch for one!€‘hour sessions at a time.


Project L.E.A.D. is now operating using a hybrid format. Adult learner assessments, volunteer tutor training, and one-on-one tutoring occur either in-person or using the Zoom platform.

General Information

Hours:

9:30am-8:00pm, Mon-Thur
9:30am-6:00pm, Fri-Sun


Project Lead Hours vary depending on individual needs.

Intake Process:

To become a Project L.E.A.D. tutor or an Adult Learner, call or e!€‘mail projectlead@mdpls.org.

Visit te website for Online Class: Adult Learning Academy schedule.

Program Fees:

Free

Languages:

English

Eligibility:

Project LEAD Tutor:
Be at least eighteen years of age.
Be a high school graduate.
Be willing to undergo and pass a fingerprint and background check.
Complete a Basic Tutor Workshop (provided at no cost) or be certified as a Proliteracy Worldwide, Laubach Literacy Tutor and present certification.

Adult Learner:
Speak English.
Be at least eighteen years of age.
Undergo a skills assessment.

Is Shelter?

No

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Date of Official Change:

January 9, 2024

Legal Status:

Public Service

Year Incorporated:

1999

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