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Literacy Program

Our free literacy program serves both adults and families. Our tutors can help with:

  • Reading and Writing
  • Tutoring for Children and Adults
  • GED and HiSet Test Preparation
  • Computer and Job Skills
  • Resume Building
  • Citizenship Test Preparation
  • Financial Literacy
  • Studying for para-professional tests

To learn how we can help you achieve your educational goals, contact Shasta Literacy Coordinator Kimberly Ross at 530-245-7237 or kimberlyr@shastalibraries.org.

Become a Tutor

Shasta Literacy's volunteer tutors provide the keys to our learners' success!

Tutors are carefully matched with learners and provided with free training and support. Tutors and learners typically meet once a week for one to two hours.

No Experience Necessary.

To become a tutor, contact Shasta Literacy Coordinator Kimberly Ross at 530-245-7237 or kimberlyr@shastalibraries.org.

Download a tutor application. Completed applications can be emailed or dropped off at the Shasta Literacy Center, located on the first floor of the Redding Library.

The Need for Better Literacy

Why would an adult have low reading and writing skills? Why is it vital to our community to improve these skills? Because reading is essential for survival in today's world, and a prerequisite for being a productive community member.

To learn more about low literacy, how to identify it, and help someone improve, click here.

The Shasta Literacy Program is supported by many generous partners.