Partners in Reading (PAR): Adult & Family Literacy
The mission of Partners in Reading (PAR ) is to enrich the lives of adults to achieve their personal and professional goals through reading, writing, critical thinking, technology, life skills and English language learning.

Address
150 E San Fernando, San Jose, CA 95112
Updates
Contact
Manager
Ofelia Medina
ofelia.medina@sjlibrary.org
408-808-2363
Hours
Monday | 10 AM - 6 PM |
Tuesday | 10 AM - 6 PM |
Wednesday | 10 AM - 6 PM |
Thursday | 10 AM - 6 PM |
Friday | 10 AM - 6 PM |
Saturday | 10 AM - 1 PM |
Sunday | Closed |

Address
150 E San Fernando, San Jose, CA 95112
Updates
Contact
Manager
Ofelia Medina
ofelia.medina@sjlibrary.org
408-808-2363
Hours
Monday | 10 AM - 6 PM |
Tuesday | 10 AM - 6 PM |
Wednesday | 10 AM - 6 PM |
Thursday | 10 AM - 6 PM |
Friday | 10 AM - 6 PM |
Saturday | 10 AM - 1 PM |
Sunday | Closed |
Support Us
Support Partners in Reading through the SJPL Foundation. Please write "PAR, Partners in Reading" in the "Where to Give" section and select "Other".
PAR Services and Resources
Become a PAR Adult Basic Literacy or ESL Learner
Free tutoring for adults to improve basic reading, writing, speaking, and technology skills. Become a PAR learner! Call 1-408-808-2361
Become a Partners in Reading Volunteer
Share your reading, writing, and conversation skills with adults in San José. Free training and learning materials provided.
Meet Partners in Reading Tutors and Learners
Adults participate in Partners in Reading (PAR) for many reasons. Read some of PAR's tutor and learner stories.
Family Literacy Service
Partners in Reading works with local organizations to provide parenting workshops, literacy materials, children’s books and more!
Partners in Reading - Digital Skill Building
Improve your computer and technology skills! PAR Instructors show learners how to use programs to build job skills.
Learner Toolbox
Explore online tools and classes for Partners in Reading Learners.
Tutor Toolbox
Access tutoring strategies, log volunteer hours, request materials, use free worksheets, and browse online resources for PAR tutors.
PAR Books and Newsletters
Check out the PAR learner book collection, explore our recommended reads for adult learners, and read PAR newsletters!