Become a Learner
OC Read offers different programs to help you, depending on your needs and reading goals. All services are free and confidential. For more information, or to enroll, please contact OC Read at readoc@occr.ocgov.com or 714-566-3070.
One-on-One Tutoring
For Orange County adults who want to improve their basic reading and writing skills. OC Read does an informal evaluation of your skills and finds a tutor who can meet with you at your local OC Public Libraries branch for two hours a week. For a list of all branches, visit ocpl.org/libraries.
One-on-One matches are available for residents of Orange County who:
- Are 16 years or older
- Are not enrolled in a degree-granting program
- Have two or more hours a week to devote to tutoring
- Attended most of their K-12 education in the United States (*Adult learners do not have to have graduated high school to be eligible).
Walk-in Tutoring
Walk-in tutoring can offer quick help with English conversation, job applications, reading, writing questions, and more in personal 20-minute sessions. This service is for adults ages 16+. English as a Second Language (ESL/ELL) learners of all levels, and native English speakers are welcome.
Walk-in tutoring is available at the following locations on a first-come, first-served basis:
- Tustin Library - Mondays and Saturdays, 10 AM - 2 PM
- Rancho Santa Margarita Library - Mondays, 5 PM - 7 PM
- Fountain Valley - Thursdays, 3 PM - 5 PM
ESL Referral
For Orange County Residents looking for English tutoring and classes in reading, writing, speaking, and/or listening, OC Read offers personalized assistance locating low-cost and no-cost programs. Please call our office to speak to a literacy coordinator about programs in your region.
