
Claudia Baranowski
And don't forget about the services we've moved online, like our Conversation Club, citizenship programs and author interviews.
English as a Second Language
Registration for the Spring 2021 session has ended. Please check back for more information on the Fall 2021 session as it becomes available.
ESL Tutoring
Need help improving your English reading and speaking skills? Get one-on-one help with a tutor. Call the Elgin Literacy Connection at (224) 215-6515 to be matched with a tutor in the Schaumburg area.
If you're interested in helping others, we're also looking for volunteer tutors! You'll need to complete a 12-hour training and commit to spending 1 to 2 hours per week with an English language learner. If you're interested, visit the Elgin Literary Connection website or call them at (847) 742-6565. Trainings also will be held periodically at the Library; please check back for 2020 dates.
Conversation Clubs
We host free discussion groups for intermediate students who want to use and improve their English speaking skills.
Space is limited; email Claudia Baranowski at @email if you are interested in attending.
Online Tools for Learning English
Mango Languages
Take lessons in more than 70 different languages, including Spanish, Arabic, Chinese and Korean.
Pronunciator
Learn a new language by creating a personalized course to fit your needs.
Brainfuse HelpNow
Tutors are available from 2 - 9 p.m. every day with live homework help for math, science, English, social studies and adult learning. Take ACT, SAT, AP, GED, TOEFL and U.S. citizenship practice tests.
Active Reading
Practice English reading skills and take quizzes to check your comprehension.
Citizenship Classes
Registration is now open for Spring 2021 citizenship classes, which will be held using a hybrid model, both on site at Forest View Educational Center, 2121 S. Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights, and online using Zoom. Students must take an in-person placement test. For an appointment please call Ewa Crowe at 847-718-7730 or email at ewa.crowe@214.org. Learn more.
Can't make it to class, but still want to prep for the test? Try ProCitizen.
Read to Learn
This 10-week class is designed for adults who already speak English but want to improve their reading and writing skills.
Registration for the Spring 2021 session has ended. Please check back for more information on the Fall 2021 session as it becomes available.
More ESL Resources
Contact these community organizations directly for more information about their English as a Second Language classes: