Literacy Volunteers of Cayuga County provides free, personalized instruction in reading, writing, and English as a Second Language for adults 16 and older throughout our community.
All of our services are free, confidential, and tailored to each learner's goals and schedule.
One-on-one tutoring for adults looking to strengthen reading and writing skills at any level. Work at your own pace with a trained volunteer tutor.
Learn more →Build conversational and written English skills with a dedicated tutor. Available in one-on-one and small group formats to help you reach your goals.
Learn more →Make a real difference in your community. We train and support community members who want to help adults achieve their literacy goals. No teaching experience required.
Get trained →Getting started is easy and completely free.
Call or fill out our contact form to express interest. All inquiries are confidential.
We'll have a brief, friendly conversation to understand your goals and learning needs.
We pair you with a trained volunteer tutor who fits your schedule and learning style.
Begin personalized sessions at a time and place that works best for you.
Workshops, orientations, and community events open to all.
Learn about our programs and get started as a volunteer literacy tutor.
A welcoming drop-in group for ESL learners to practice everyday English.
Celebrating milestones and progress of our literacy learners.
Deepen your tutoring skills with strategies for working with adult learners.
Updates, learner spotlights, and news from Literacy Volunteers.
Maria shares how working with her tutor over 18 months changed her daily life and her relationship with her family.
We're excited to announce expanded ESL programming with new group sessions meeting twice a week in Auburn.
We celebrate longtime volunteer Tom, who has helped more than 30 learners in a decade of dedicated tutoring.
Become a volunteer tutor with Literacy Volunteers of Cayuga County. Training is provided and no prior teaching experience is needed.
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