Training community volunteers to empower adult learners to reach their life goals.

Literacy New Jersey exists so all adults have the opportunity to read, write, and communicate effectively. We do this by training volunteer tutors to help adult learners and by supporting a network of literacy programs. 

1. FY24 statewide statistics; programs reporting: Literacy NJ, Fort Lee Public Library ESL Program, Jersey City Literacy Program, LV-Morris County, LV-Bergenfield, LV-Pascack Valley, LVA Essex-Passaic, LV-Camden County, LV-Somerset County, Ridgewood Library ESL Program

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All adults should have an opportunity to read, write, and communicate effectively.

Literacy New Jersey provides free instruction to adults who need help with reading, writing, math and speaking English. Trained volunteer tutors work with adults in small groups to help them improve their language and literacy skills so they can reach their life goals.

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Become A Tutor

Just two hours a week of working with an adult student could change their life—and yours.

Literacy New Jersey needs volunteers to work as tutors, helping adults with reading, writing, speaking English, and math. Our staff will guide you through the necessary steps to becoming a tutor by providing 15 hours of training, matching you with a student whose learning needs fit your abilities, and supporting you in working with your student.

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Become A Student

All adults should have an opportunity to read, write, and communicate effectively.

Literacy New Jersey provides free instruction to adults who need help with reading, writing, math and speaking English. Trained volunteer tutors work with adults in small groups to help them improve their language and literacy skills so they can reach their life goals. Literacy New Jersey and its affiliates proudly offer adult literacy services across all counties in New Jersey.

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Become A Tutor

Just two hours a week of working with an adult student could change their life—and yours.

Literacy New Jersey needs volunteers to work as tutors, helping adults with reading, writing, speaking English, and math. Our staff will guide you through the necessary steps to becoming a tutor by providing 15 hours of training, matching you with a student whose learning needs fit your abilities, and supporting you in working with your student.

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About Literacy New Jersey

Every adult deserves the opportunity to read, write, and communicate effectively.

Literacy New Jersey provides free instruction to adults who need help with reading, writing, math and speaking English. Trained volunteer tutors work with adults in small groups to help them improve their language and literacy skills so they can reach their life goals.


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1. newamericaneconomy.org; 2. barbarabush.org; 3. statisticalatlas.com; 4. U.S. Adults with Low Literacy and Numeracy Skills: 2012/14 to 2017. (2022, May). U.S. Department of Education; 5. independantsector.org