About Sami

Sami Garrett Tutor Engagement Coordinator Sami manages all incoming tutors through various channels including work-study programs, volunteers from the community and high school students. She guides each new applicant through the onboarding process and ensures that...

About Roxanne

Roxanne Edwards Program Director As Program Director for the Pikes Peak region, Roxanne is responsible for ensuring that all sites run efficiently and in accordance with CLC guidelines. Roxanne works one on one with the Site Coordinators providing training, support...

About Sally

Sally Rothstein Community Engagement Manager Since 2023 Sally made Colorado Springs her home after receiving Bachelor degrees in Elementary Education and Education of the Acoustically Handicapped from the University of Northern Colorado. She has learned from and...

About Tara

Tara Castaneda Program Manager – La Junta Project Since January 2022 Tara has a background in sales development, market analysis, and multi-media marketing. She has a strong passion for youth and the aging population in rural communities, especially those in the...

About Noel

Noel Wilson Education Director Since Summer 2021 A native of Colorado, Noel Wilson has been an educator for 20 plus years, teaching exclusively at the elementary level. He has not only worked at providing a strong academic base for his students, but also at preparing...

Andrew’s Spotlight

Andrew Apodaca Volunteer Since 1997 Meet Andrew!  Andrew is self-employed as a private tutor and volunteers his free time tutoring for free with Children’s Literacy Center.  He has volunteered since 1997 and helped over 50 children improve their reading skills using...