Staff
Denise Hill
Executive Director
I lead an awesome group of people who are dedicated to the mission of impacting people by improving their literacy skills.
Alison Wexler
Operations Manager
I help create and maintain our organization’s systems so that our staff are supported and can focus on realizing the Council’s mission.
Jordan Jennings
Development Coordinator
I engage donors, build relationships, and foster the community’s generosity that supports the organization’s mission.
Anna Maestri
Workforce Development Program Coordinator
I manage a program that helps employees in different industries improve their English language skills, soft skills, and life skills.
Allison Rice
ESL Program Coordinator
I empower volunteers, champion student success, and juggle the behind-the-scenes magic that keeps our programs thriving.
Jenna Caruso
Life Skills Program Coordinator & Administrative Support
I bring organization, efficiency, and a solution-oriented mindset to keep our organization running smoothly.
JoAnn Kelly
Program Support
I help recruit our volunteers, bring them into the fold, and keep them engaged. I provide additional programmatic support across the organization.
Carole Southam
Volunteer Treasurer
I oversee the financial management of the organization, which includes creating financial reports, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. And I love the work that the Literacy Council does!
Doris Vierbuchen
Volunteer Assistant Treasurer
Volunteer Student/Tutor Coordinators
Catherine Coundjeris
English as a Second Language Program (ESL) Coordinator
I am honored to match tutors and students together in the ESL Program so that students can meet their full potential. I also teach the Writing Classes and a Student Led Conversation Class, Facilitate the Book Club, and co-edit Reflections: Voices of English Learners.
Holly Bohman
English as a Second Language Program (ESL) Coordinator
As an ESL matchmaker, I help connect tutors and students to initiate their learning sessions. I provide ongoing support to these pairs and small groups, offering assistance with any issues that may arise.
Alix Cooney
English as a Second Language Program (ESL) Coordinator
I facilitate matches between tutors and students to learn and improve their English and enrich their lives.
Lynn Bruton
Basic Literacy Program Coordinator
I match volunteer tutors who want to give back to their communities with basic English speakers who want to improve their reading and writing skills to more fully participate in their communities.
Office Volunteers
Cyndi McNamara
Office Volunteer
I am always happy to help this organization in any way because I believe that immigrants make America great!
Pat Veon
IT Support Volunteer
I try to make the lives of the staff members easier by solving all of their technology needs.
