Due to the Regional Stay Home Order announced on December 3, we are determining next steps for our Library reopening plan. As of today, we will continue offering our current services, including No Contact Pick Up. As an essential service, AC Library will continue serving our communities as fully as possible, while prioritizing the safety of all.
We are launching our new website on Monday, December 14 from 6am - 12pm. During this time, the following online services will not be available: Website, Catalog, eLibrary, Library Accounts, and Live Chat.
We provide a safe place for reading and writing practice so learners can make positive changes in their lives and communities. Our learners build strong literacy skills for work, family, and lifelong learning.
Phone: (510) 745-1480
Education and Literacy Manager: Luis Kong
Call us at 510-745-1480 to sign up for our programs. We look forward to hearing from you!
Reading Clubs
Civics/Citizenship
One-to-One Tutoring
Small Group Tutoring
Career Online High School
Job Seeker's Drop-in Clinic
Basic Computer Skills Lab
By creating a supportive and vibrant adult learning community, Write to Read at the Alameda County Library provides a safe environment for reading and writing practice where individuals take risks and grow to make positive changes in their lives and communities. We are not currently accepting new tutors.
One-to-One Tutor
Volunteer tutors work one-to-one with an adult learner twice a week for 2-4 hours. Tutors are matched with a learner according to tutor availability and skills, and work on learning goals determined by the learners. No teaching experience needed! All prospective tutors participate in trainings, roundtable discussions, and in-service workshops to support your tutoring skills and develop a community of practice.
Tutoring opportunities available at any of the following branches: Albany, Castro Valley, Dublin, Fremont, Newark, San Lorenzo, Union City.
Reading Club
Facilitate groups of 6-10 adult learners in reading and English conversation once a week for 2 hours. Training is provided with ongoing roundtable discussions.
Civics/Citizenship
Teach U.S. history and government to adult learners preparing for U.S. citizenship. Training and curriculum is provided with ongoing roundtables.
Basic Computer Skills Lab
Assist library members with basic computer skills including keyboarding, e-mail, Internet searches, word processing, attachments and library resources. Duties may also include assisting learners with Reading Horizons phonics lab and with job seeking online searches and resources.
Computer Resources
Typing:
Career Online High School
Earn an accredited high school diploma (not a GED) and a career certificate through the Alameda County Library. All online and completely free. Must be 19 years or older. Complete your online assessment today!