Literacy Pittsburgh
Jessica Leigh Orlidge is an experienced educator specializing in family literacy and ESOL instruction. Currently serving as a Family Literacy Instructor at Literacy Pittsburgh since February 2018, Orlidge has previously held roles such as Instructor at EF Education First Teachers and Guest English Teacher with EPIK in South Korea. Orlidge has also contributed to the Allegheny Intermediate Unit and AmeriCorps, where support was provided to immigrants and refugees through literacy programs. An earlier role included working as a team member at Qdoba Restaurant Corporation and a Public Interest Communications Member focused on fundraising for non-profit organizations. Jessica Leigh Orlidge holds a Bachelor of Liberal Arts in English Literature and Fine Arts from Carlow University.
Literacy Pittsburgh
Literacy Pittsburgh (formerly Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council) helps create better lives through learning. Recognized as a national leader in adult and family literacy, Literacy Pittsburgh is the largest provider of adult basic education in Allegheny County. Literacy Pittsburgh helps some 4000 individuals each year acquire reading, writing, math, English language, computer and workforce skills so they may reach their fullest potential in life and participate productively in their communities. Become a volunteer, invite us to speak at your company, make a donation, sponsor an event or engage us to present a workplace literacy class. Learn more about our full range of services and opportunities at www.literacypittsburgh.org.