Literacy Space at Hunter College

What is the Literacy Space?
The Hunter College Literacy Space is a free weekly tutorial after-school program that provides one-to-one instruction in literacy for children who are generally struggling as readers and writers.
Children who are enrolled in the Literacy Space attend neighboring public and private schools, and are in grades 1 - 8. Tutors are certified teachers who are enrolled in the Graduate Program in Literacy Education at Hunter College.
Learn More About the Literacy SpaceHow long does the program last?
Children in elementary school and middle school attend the Literacy Space for one semester. The program follows a college schedule (September - December, and February - May).
View Children's Work Samples

Interested in applying?
Complete the application form on the application page from this website, and email Dr. Nadine Bryce at nbryce@hunter.cuny.edu to let her know you are interested.
View the Application PageAre you a parent?
If you are a parent, you can complete the application form linked above. You can also access resources for parents created by teacher education candidates enrolled in the Graduate Program in Literacy Education, such as the PowerPoint on Supporting Reading Comprehension at Home, which is linked below.
Supporting Reading Comprehension at Home

Are you a teacher?
If you are a teacher, you can direct parents to complete the application form on the application page from this website. When applying to the program, both parents and teachers should email Dr. Nadine Bryce at nbryce@hunter.cuny.edu to let her know you are interested in the Literacy Space.