Working in the Schools (WITS) Employee Directory
Non-profit OrganizationsIllinois, United States51-200 Employees
Working in the Schools (WITS) is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization focused on elementary literacy development. It aims to empower local students by fostering a love of reading and building foundational reading skills, achieved through literacy-based mentorship, support for teachers’ classroom libraries, and efforts to promote book ownership at home. The organization serves educators, students, and families in the Chicago area, addressing challenges related to literacy growth and self-identity through reading. WITS operates within the nonprofit sector and emphasizes community-building around literacy as a pathway to broader learning outcomes. The organization is based in Chicago, Illinois, and maintains partnerships with institutions and organizations to support its mission, including collaborations involving local libraries and corporate partners.