Free Adult Education in Chatham County
Marcus Shaw is motivated leader with over 10 years’ experience strengthening a Markets visibility and awareness. Results-oriented professional with a talent for tracking trends, formulating methods to improve customer service, and capitalizing on new opportunities. Shaw also has a strong record of identifying areas needing improvement, reducing shrink, boosting sales, and decreasing operational expense. Superb […]
For Jazmin Mendoza-Sosa, joining Chatham Literacy as a staff member is a full-circle moment. Years ago, she first became involved with Chatham Literacy as an ESOL tutor, supporting adult learners in their English-language journey. More recently, she returned to Chatham Literacy from a different perspective—as a student participating in financial education classes. Today, she is […]
Funding received will support our English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Program which provides free tutoring services through a combination of in-person and distance learning so our adult learners gain the literacy skills needed to better their lives. #dollargeneralliteracygrant
Jenna Dunning is the Marketing and Communications Coordinator for Chatham Literacy. She manages the organization’s social media presence and captures event photography and videography. She also produces short promotional videos featuring the stories of Chatham Literacy’s tutors and students. Jenna received her Bachelors of Science from Appalachian State University, where she studied Electronic Media Broadcasting. […]
Wyatt Waring has had an unconventional life, having been born overseas in The Netherlands as part of an expatriate family, beginning his education in an international school, and eventually moving to Pittsboro, NC in 2011. Recently joining Chatham Literacy in 2026, he brings with him the digital teaching experience he gained working with nonprofits like the Kramden Institute, […]
Leslie Ocampo graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a Bachelor’s degree in political science and global and international studies. Leslie first became familiar with Chatham Literacy in 2011 when her parents became citizens through our citizenship program. Leslie is a Siler City native and has previously worked with Chatham YMCA as […]
Roya Monadjemi is a long-time resident of North Carolina, having moved from Oregon in 1991. Recently joining Chatham Literacy, she brings over 25 years of experience in business and financial management working with a variety of organizations and industries including nonprofits, hospitality, medicine, and architecture. Roya is honored to support the critical, deeply valuable work […]
Estefania Tourino is a finance professional, originally from Venezuela, with a strong passion for learning and community service. She is a student of Chatham Literacy’s English program, where she works hard to improve her language skills and adapt to a new environment. Her dedication and perseverance led her to become a member of the organization’s […]
Marian Olson has been an ESOL tutor since 2000, teaching adults as a volunteer with literacy organizations in Texas, New Jersey, and North Carolina. After her first year as an ESOL tutor, she became so interested in the field that she returned to school and earned a TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) […]
Dan Freehling retired from Boston University School of Law where he was Law Library Director, Prof. of Law and Associate Dean for Administration. After Boston University, Dan served as Deputy Consultant on Legal Education with the American Bar Association Section of Legal Education and Admission to the Bar. His post retirement volunteer work includes citizenship tutor with […]
