The Community Literacy Specialist will expand Root Cellar's literacy and educational programming to empower residents in Lewiston's Tree Streets and Portland's Bayside neighborhoods. By recruiting, training, and supporting volunteer English teachers, developing standardized tools to measure literacy outcomes, and implementing effective volunteer management practices, the member will increase access to language and literacy skills essential for self-sufficiency, employment, and community engagement. Through individualized support, resource referrals, and community outreach, the member will strengthen residents' ability to navigate social and educational systems, promote lifelong learning, and contribute to breaking cycles of generational poverty, advancing the overall health and well-being of these communities.