English as a Second Language Resources

Classes & Tutoring

The Demarest Library offers a weekly conversation group. This is not a class, but is a great way to practice English and build confidence in your conversation skills.

For intensive English classes, consider the following free resources:

• Project Literacy offers free one-on-one tutoring services.

• Greater Bergen Community Action offers free ESL and New Americans classes. Classes are held in Palisades Park, Cliffside Park, and Garfield and run for 10 week sessions, four times a year. Registration takes place two months before each session on Fridays at 10 am. Students must bring ID, proof of address, and a social security card if they have one. Students take a placement test to determine which level class they will enter. Call the Garfield office to register to take the test at 973-685-0005, extension 7150. The address for the Garfield office is:
  
  541 Midland Avenue
  Garfield, NJ 07026

  The office is at the back of the building.

• Bergen County Technical Schools offer free English Literacy & Civics and free ESL classes. For more information, call Silvia at 201-343-6000, extension 4639 between 8am and 4pm or visit the ESL/GED office:
  
  Adult Education Building
  190 Hackensack Avenue
  Hackensack, NJ 07601
  
  Online signup is also available.

Online Resources

USA Learns offers free online resources to improve speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, including lessons on vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation.