WE ARE HIRING!

The Family Literacy Center is currently seeking an Adult Education Tutor. This is a part-time (2 days/week), paid position that is based in Owosso after initial training period. Mileage may be offered.

This is an ideal position for a retired teacher or educator.
Job description:
Ideal candidate will have teaching/tutoring experience. Must have excellent reading, math, social science, and science skills to help students prepare for the GED test.
Tutor will administer standardized tests to assess student skills and support students as they seek to improve those skills.
Tutor must have good computer skills and ability to navigate online sites. Training and support will be provided. Familiarity with Google Suites preferred.
Tutor must demonstrate great patience with students and have the ability to accurately complete paperwork and follow up documentation. Confidentiality and ability to meet deadlines are critical.
Tutor will help students as they prepare for the GED test by providing direct instruction and support.
Tutor will also help with career exploration activities, test scheduling, voucher acquisitions, and explanation of related requirements.
Associates Degree or higher preferred.
Pay: From $13.00 per hour + depending on qualifications.
Please send resume and letter of interest to m.wiese@readlapeer.org
Lapeer Days Fundraisers!
Plunge for Literacy

We are thrilled that the following volunteers will be taking a shift in the dunk tank at Lapeer Days on Friday, August 20. All proceeds will benefit the Family Literacy Center. Please come out and dunk our awesome volunteers! Below is the Dunk Tank schedule.

12:00pm - 1:00pm Ciera Meier

1:00pm - 2:00pm Mike Burke

2:00pm - 3:00pm Kevin Moses

3:00pm - 4:00 pm Bill Kraly

4:00pm -,5:00 pm Dave Scalf

5:00pm - 6:00 pm Scott McKenna

6:00pm - 7:00 pm Eric Cattane

7:00pm - 8:00 pm Kevin Daley

Thank you to our brave dunkers!!
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Lots for Literacy

For those coming to the Lapeer Days 2021 please consider using our charity lots for your convenience. All the money for the parking goes to the Family Literacy Center thanks to the generosity of Church’s Lumber, Rowe Inc. and attorney Tim Denney.
 The lots open on Wednesday and Thursday nights (August 18 and 19) at 5 p.m. at the Church’s Lumber Yard only (which is directly across from the Midway) and will cost you only $1 (or more if you want). The lot will be staffed from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
  Starting on Friday (August 20) the Church’s lot will be open from noon until closing. The cost will be $4 (or you could round up to $5 to further assist the center). Then starting at 5 p.m. volunteers will be at the Rowe lot, just 100 yards down the street from Church’s with a cost of just $3 (or more if you want to donate more).
  On Saturday the Church’s lot will be open from 10 a.m. until late with the same $4 cost. The Rowe lot will be staffed from 3 p.m. until late on Saturday with the same $3 cost.
On Sunday, the Church’s lot will be open from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. for a donation of $2 or more. Both lots are convenient to the Midway and main stage activities and downtown vendor booths. Come and go parking for the day is covered under the donation as long as space is available.

ASHLEY RECEIVES AN AWARD!!

Your JMG Program at Family Literacy Center was awarded the COVID ABOVE AND BEYOND AWARD from Youth Solutions. Youth Solutions is the statewide organization that facilitates the Jobs for Michigan's Graduates Program (JMG). This award is to recognize the exceptional support that our JMG Program continued to offer to its students, despite the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Your JMG Program is led by JMG Specialist, Ashley Fanson, and provides support and instruction for workplace readiness, career planning, and life skills for GED-seeking youth up to age 24. If you or someone you know is interested in getting a GED, contact the Family Literacy Center today! This program is specifically for youth in our community that are 24 years old and younger. It is a great opportunity to join this award-winning JMG Program! Call today. 810-664-2737.
GST Michigan Works Jobs for Michigan's Graduates

Save the Date! Camel Races are October 8, 2021
at the Lapeer Center Building. Tailgating food specials will be available for purchase. Your $25 ticket will get you into this fun event and allow you to bet on your favorites (dinner will not be provided). It is still BYOB.

All level of sponsorships are still available! Contact the office at 810-664-2737
or Mary Wiese at M.wiese@readlapeer.org.
If you are interested in helping your community, you can volunteer at the Family Literacy Center too! Please visit our website to learn more!