Do you need help learning English?  This virtual program is intended for adult learners living in the Chathams and elsewhere in New Jersey to improve their English language skills, and to help them work and fully participate in the life of their communities.  The program is free and taught by experienced volunteer teachers via Zoom.

The ESL program at the library is funded by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, administered by the New Jersey State Library.

Schedule of Spring 2022 Session

Beginner:  Wednesdays, March 23 – May 11, 10-11 am.  Teacher: Payal S

Advanced Beginner:  Wednesdays, March 23 – May 11, 1-2 pm.  Teacher: Amy G

Intermediate:  Mondays, March 21 – May 9, 7-8 pm.  Teacher: Amy L

Intermediate+:  Thursdays, March 24 – May 12, 9:30-10:30 am.  Teacher: Lynn P

*Please note that we no longer offer an Advanced level of ESL, but encourage advanced speakers to join any adult program offered by the library.

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Please read the descriptions of the 4 levels before you register.

Beginner

• I can understand simple conversation
• I can introduce myself and others
• I can interact with native speakers in a simple way
• I can describe myself and others in simple sentences

Advanced Beginner

• I can understand the main points of everyday conversations
• I understand readings with some help (dictionary)
• I can produce simple text about familiar subjects
• I can describe and talk about experiences and events
• I can explain everyday tasks

Intermediate

• I understand the main idea of a text on a variety of topics
• I can interact with native speakers with a degree of fluency
• I can make myself understood in writing on many subjects

Intermediate+

• I understand a wide range of longer texts
• I can express an opinion or explain an event clearly in many settings
• I can write clearly if not perfectly about many subjects

Now that you have determined your skill level, click below to register for classes.  You may register for one class only.

REGISTER HERE

If you prefer to fill out a paper form, you can print it here, fill it out and drop it off at the library’s Information Desk.

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To be notified about future ESL sessions, subscribe to our ESL Notifications emails:

SUBSCRIBE TO ESL MAILING LIST

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Volunteering for ESL

If you would like to volunteer as a teacher, please contact Galina Natenzon at 862‑246‑6037 or email gnatenzon@chathamlibrary.org.

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Additional Resources for ESL Learners

Mango Languages Library Edition (website and mobile app)

English Courses

English learners can develop their speaking skills through English courses created to accommodate over 20 source languages.
** To access this database for free, you must have a Chatham library card. **

 

 

Rosetta Stone Library Edition (website and mobile app)

Learn English with Rosetta Stone.

Click here for printable instructions on using the Rosetta Stone Library Edition on the mobile app.

**To access this database for free, you must have a Chatham library card or card from another NJ library that subscribes to the database through the NJ State Library.**