Altadena Library :: Taste of 'Dena :: Sep 28

Taste of 'Dena

Altadena Library Foundation

September 28, 2019

7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Celebrate the Magical World of Books at this year's Taste of 'Dena, a community celebration hosted by the Altadena Library Foundation. This popular, lively event features wine and beer tastings, an assortment of small bites prepared by area restaurants, a silent auction with unique packages, wine pull and wine toss activities, live music and magic, and more. All funds raised go to support the Altadena Library District and its literacy and accessibility initiatives.

“Let’s Read Altadena,” of the Altadena Library District has been serving the residents of Altadena since 1988. Instruction is provided by volunteer tutors who have completed a self-paced, online tutor training course. Literacy is currently housed at the Bob Lucas Memorial Library and Literacy Center.

Literacy Library Jobs :: Downey :: San Mateo City :: Carlsbad :: San Mateo Co

Literacy Library Jobs – California

Library Assistant Literacy – PT

Downey Library

assists with the planning and organizing of literacy events

DEADLINE:  SEP 27

Literacy Specialist – PT

San Mateo City Library

plan and present volunteer training workshops and programs; match volunteer to appropriate literacy activity and match students with volunteer tutors

DEADLINE: OCT 14

Library Assistant I/II- Literacy Services - FT

Carlsbad Library

will primarily support literacy services and will report to the Community Outreach Supervisor for Literacy Services

DEADLINE:  OCT 3

Community Program Specialist I/II – FT

San Mateo County Library

maintain current and develop new programs that support adult learners, with a particular focus on critical skills and knowledge, including but not limited to English as a Second Language (ESL), literacy, citizenship and workforce development

DEADLINE: SEP 30

Learning Guide – PT

Long Beach Library

assist students with homework assignments and improving educational skills; assist patrons with job search skills and resume preparation; etc

DEADLINE:  1st 100 Applicants

Literacy Clerk – Temporary

Salinas Library

support student and family literacy programs

DEALINE: OPEN

Library Literacy Aide – PT

Huntington Beach Library

staffs the literacy office & assists literacy volunteers and adult literacy students

DEADLINE:  OPEN

BayNet Library and Information Network

CLA Career Center

CalOpps

Library Jobs in California

Orange County Library :: English Language Learning Expert Robert Bouton McDougal Opens Free Adult Literacy Classes :: Costa Mesa Library

Costa Mesa
Donald Dungan Library

English Language Learning Expert Robert Bouton McDougal Opens Free Adult Literacy Classes in Costa Mesa, CA

EIN News: 9.23.2019

The Robert McDougal English Language Institute is proud to announce the launch of a free series of ESL classes at the new library in Costa Mesa, CA. The classes will be offered to non-native English speakers and other community members free of charge beginning in the fall of 2019.

Classes will cover everyday English language essentials. Students will be expected to attend every class, as small group and paired work will be key to the course series. While courses will be focused primarily on everyday conversation, breakout seminars will cover public speaking, technology, manners and etiquette, emergency/crisis situations, confidence, nonverbal communication, pop culture terminology, and one “wild card” area of focus selected by the group of students.

“There are many English language learners in Costa Mesa,” Robert McDougal shares of the growing need for low-cost ESL classes in the area. “Additionally, Southern California is home to a diverse population, including immigrants and many low-income individuals and families. These courses will help community members learn together in a safe, supportive, and fun environment from qualified ESL instructors who have years of education and experience under their belt.”

The new Costa Mesa/Donald Dungan Library opened in May 2019, after the old Costa Mesa Technology Library closed. The new location, says McDougal, is in many ways the ideal spot for the new program.

“Libraries are essential to public health, education, community spirit, and well-being,” Robert Bouton McDougal says. “The new library in Costa Mesa is the perfect example of a community coming together around valuable free and low-cost resources. My team of ESL instructors is so proud to bring this service to the community.”

Robert Bouton McDougal is an experienced ESL instructor who has developed ELL/ESL curriculum for a number of schools and learning centers over the course of his decade of English language instruction. McDougal boasts both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in ESL pedagogy. He has worked with students of all ages as a classroom instructor, small group teacher, and private tutor to achieve their full potential in English fluency, confidence, and public speaking. Robert McDougal is also certified in TESOL instruction.

Robert Bouton McDougal will be delivering the classes with six other instructors beginning in October 2019. Interested participants ages 18 and over can sign up for classes now by heading to the form available at the Robert McDougal English Language Institute website. A similar series for non-native English speaking children and teens will be offered at the library in the spring.

Monrovia Library :: Team Up! Dream Up! For Literacy Fundraiser :: Sep 29

Team Up! Dream Up! For Literacy Fundraiser

With A Literacy Heroes Scavenger Hunt

Sunday, Sept. 29th

1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Monrovia Library

Participate in the Community Feud, bid in the Silent and Live Auction and enjoy a delicious dessert bar.  The ticket price includes the cost of the game.

Escape from Vietnam, Van's Story

Written by literacy learner Mabel Ngo.

Book Signing & Purchase $10.00

Please note these books will be available for pick up at the library.

The library's Literacy Services program provides resources and help so people can transform their lives for the better.

Last year, volunteer tutors provided 2,357 hours of instruction to learners who were able to complete amazing goals, including: completing their GED, receiving a promotion at work, reading a bedtime story to their grandchildren, or even writing a book. Our learner-turned-author, Mabel Ngo, will be signing copies of her book at the fundraiser this year, with all proceeds from book sales and the event going to support literacy services in Monrovia.

Writing Club

Improve grammar and writing skills, and have fun learning to write better!

Book Club

Gain an understanding of classic and contemporary writings in a small group setting. Become an active reader and learn how to talk better about books.

Culture and Conversation

Practice speaking English by discussing and reading the 'News for You' weekly newspaper in a friendly and relaxed setting.

Speak Easy

Join us for round-table talking and practice speaking English in a friendly and relaxed setting. New topics weekly, including: popular culture, work and jobs, health, and more. Build confidence in your work, school, family, and social life.

Jobs :: Literacy Library

Literacy Library Jobs – California

Library Assistant I/II- Literacy Services - FT

Carlsbad Library

will primarily support literacy services and will report to the Community Outreach Supervisor for Literacy Services

DEADLINE:  OCT 3

Community Program Specialist I/II – FT

San Mateo County Library

maintain current and develop new programs that support adult learners, with a particular focus on critical skills and knowledge, including but not limited to English as a Second Language (ESL), literacy, citizenship and workforce development

DEADLINE: SEP 30

Learning Guide – PT

Long Beach Library

assist students with homework assignments and improving educational skills; assist patrons with job search skills and resume preparation; etc

DEADLINE:  1st 100 Applicants

Literacy Clerk – Temporary

Salinas Library

support student and family literacy programs

DEALINE: OPEN

Library Literacy Aide – PT

Huntington Beach Library

staffs the literacy office & assists literacy volunteers and adult literacy students

DEADLINE:  OPEN

BayNet Library and Information Network

CLA Career Center

CalOpps

Library Jobs in California

Newport Beach Library :: Meet Cherall Weiss, Literacy Coordinator

@NMProLiteracy

Meet Cherall Weiss, Literacy Coordinator

Stu News Newport: 9.13.2019 by Amy Senk

Each year, Newport Beach celebrates Literacy Day with a party that honors its learners and celebrates their native cultures with a potluck feast, speeches, awards and more at an event held at the Central Library. (This year’s event will take place September 12.) But literacy in Newport Beach is a year-round concern, and since 1986, Newport/Mesa ProLiteracy has offered free tutoring to adults who live or work in the Newport Beach area. I caught up with Newport/Mesa ProLiteracy’s Literacy Coordinator Cherall Weiss to find out more.

Q: Newport/Mesa ProLiteracy began in 1986 and offers free tutoring, one-on-one and in small classes. Can you share more information about the history and organization of the program?

A: The program started in the home of Carol Hazelwood, a local woman with a good heart and passion for literacy. Carol struggled to keep the program alive, but in 1988 she heard about a literacy grant from the state and applied for it with the support of the Newport Beach library director. After winning the grant, the program was relaunched and gradually gained traction. From this shaky beginning, we have continued to grow and currently work with around 200 learners each year.

Q: How many learners have come through the program over the years, and can you tell me about a specific learner’s story that was inspirational to you?

A: We don’t have early records, so the total numbers of people that have come through the program are hard to calculate. As mentioned before, for the past five years or so, we have been seeing approximately 200 people per year.  READ MORE >>

Next Tutor Training

Oct 17 & 24

9:15 am – 12:30 pm

Online Orientation

must be completed before attending Training

Reservations for this training are required

For more information, please contact

Newport/Mesa ProLiteracy

or call 949-717-3874

Los Angeles Public Library :: Spotlight on Literacy: A Dream Come True

Spotlight on Literacy: A Dream Come True

LAPL Blog: 7.31.2019 by Luisa Latham, Adult Literacy Tutor

Randall Hinson, Librarian, Office of Education and Literacy

Last July, three students began a journey toward literacy via Leamos, a computer-based literacy program, at the Pacoima Branch Library. Leamos teaches Spanish speaking adults, who may not have had the opportunity for formative education, to begin working toward competency in reading and writing in their native language. It also equips them with basic computer skills. It can serve as a pre-ESL(English as a Second Language) course as well.

Nine months after beginning their study, two dedicated and hardworking students have stayed the course and continued their journey toward literacy. Ana Teresa Batrez and Silvia Barahona Garcia come to the library each Monday for two hours to reinforce and extend their reading and writing skills. To date, they have succeeded in reading a wide variety of texts including children’s books, newspaper headlines, employment applications, food and prescription labels, crossword puzzle clues, horoscopes, riddles and the reflections of previous students who completed Leamos.  READ MORE >>