Adult Literacy
ADULT LITERACY
Build Reading Skills. Build Confidence.
Learning something new—or returning to something you haven't used in a while—can feel intimidating.
Maybe you're preparing to return to school. Maybe you want to strengthen your reading skills for work or everyday life. Or maybe you've simply decided that you want to feel more confident with reading.
Wherever you're starting, you don't have to figure it out alone.
ABC Tutoring Services provides a supportive, small-group environment where adult learners can strengthen reading skills, practice without judgment, and build confidence one step at a time.
You know your goals. We're here to work alongside you.
THE RIGHT SUPPORT STARTS WITH THE LEARNER
Every Adult Learner Has a Different Starting Point.
There is no single right place to begin.
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Before getting started, we want to understand where you are now, what you feel comfortable with, and what you would like to accomplish.
We can focus on:
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Reading skills
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Reading comprehension
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Vocabulary
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Understanding written information
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Building confidence with reading
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Areas where you would like additional practice
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Skills that support school, work, or personal goals
The goal isn't to rush through material. It's to build skills in a way that feels manageable and useful to you.
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Learning is easier when you feel encouraged. Our instructors and fellow students form a tight-knit community built on patience, respect, and mutual support. Here, every question is welcomed, and every milestone is celebrated together.
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Your comfort and peace of mind matter most. We keep our sessions intentionally small to ensure a comfortable, respectful, and judgment-free space where every learner receives the personal attention they deserve.
A SUPPORTIVE PLACE TO LEARN
You Should Be Able to Ask Questions Without Feeling Judged.
BUILD MORE THAN READING SKILLS
Confidence Matters, Too.
Strengthening reading skills can be about more than reading itself.
It can mean feeling more comfortable filling out a form, understanding written information, preparing for school, handling work-related reading, or simply feeling more confident in your everyday life.
Our goal is to help you build practical skills you can continue using beyond the classroom.
Progress doesn't have to happen all at once. One step at a time is still progress.
SUPPORT FOR DIFFERENT GOALS
Start Where You Are. Work Toward What Matters to You.
Adult learners come to literacy programs for many different reasons.
Returning to School
Build confidence with reading and strengthen skills that can help you feel more prepared for the classroom.
Work and Career Goals
Strengthen reading skills that can support workplace responsibilities, training, and continued learning.
Everyday Life
Build confidence with reading information, completing forms, understanding written instructions, and other everyday tasks.
Personal Goals
Sometimes the goal is simply to become more comfortable and confident with reading. That's a meaningful goal, too.
WEEKLY SUPPORT THAT FEELS MANAGEABLE
Consistency Helps You Keep Moving Forward.
Learning takes practice, but it shouldn't feel overwhelming.
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Focused weekly sessions give you an opportunity to build skills gradually, practice what you're learning, and develop confidence over time.
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Our goal is to make learning manageable while helping you build skills you can carry with you long after the program ends.
A SMALL-GROUP LEARNING EXPERIENCE
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Learn Alongside Others While Receiving Personal Support.
Our Adult Literacy program is designed as a small-group experience.
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You'll have opportunities to:
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Ask questions
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Practice new skills
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Learn from your instructor
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Work at a comfortable pace
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Build confidence through practice
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Receive individual attention when you need it
The environment is supportive, respectful, and judgment-free.​
NOT SURE WHERE TO START?
You Don't Have to Know Your Starting Point.
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If you're wondering where your reading skills are today, we can help you find a comfortable place to begin.
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Before the program starts, we can complete a quick, pressure-free assessment to help identify your strengths and the areas you'd like to focus on.
There are no grades and no judgment—just a starting point that helps us better understand how we can support you.
Call us to schedule your assessment.
Adult Literacy Program
A Supportive Step Toward Goals.
10-Week Small-Group Program
Day: Thursdays | 6:00–7:30 PM
Dates: October 10 – December 17
Location: In-person at ABC Tutoring Services
3510 Kimble Avenue #D
Waterloo, IA 50702
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Program Fee: $450
Payment is due prior to the start of class. We accept check or cash.
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Ready to get started? Register below.