LEARNER - Charlie Armstrong:
What motivated you to contact us?
I still had unresolved goals although I had been in the WLC program before.
What are you currently working on with your tutor?
I want to continue to improve my reading and math skills so I can fill out job applications and get a higher paying job.
What goals have you accomplished and/or plan to accomplish in working with your tutor?
I got my drivers license. I passed the written test the first time and the drivers test in 3 weeks.
What do you want to be doing 10 years from now?
I want to use the skills I am learning to get into a college welding program.
Why is the literacy council important to you and the community?
I feel the WLC training will improve my quality of life and open up better job opportunities.
What advice would you give other adults seeking literacy support?
I would advise others to get in the program ASAP so you can develop skills to improve your life. Do not let learning disabilities sidetrack you.
TUTOR - David MacAuley:
What have been some of the most challenging and rewarding aspects about being a tutor?
The most challenging aspect was to develop trust and instill confidence in Charlie that he could improve his skills. The most rewarding aspect was his getting his driver's license so quickly and easily.
Why is the Literacy Council important to you and the community?
The WLC helps individuals that did not get the opportunity to learn to read and write. By teaching individuals these skills, the WLC improves their quality of life. They become better parents, citizens, employees all of which creates a better society.
What advice would you give someone who is just starting the tutoring process?
I strongly feel that you must keep an open mind and do not have low expectations of your learner. My experience showed that my learner responded to challenges and improved more quickly than I expected. Their success is most rewarding.