English as a Second Language Program

The English as a Second Language (ESL) Program serves increasingly diverse members of the York and Hanover community, with over 60 countries represented in 2007-2008. The program offers classroom instruction in York, with beginner to advanced levels (see schedule), and in Hanover.  Additionally, one-to-one tutoring is available.  The focus of the ESL program is to improve basic conversation skills and speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.  Click here for additonal information..

Conversation Class is for high-intermediate and advanced ESL students who would like to practice their conversation skills and interact with others.  The class meets Thursdays from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Salvation Army Building, 30 East King St, York.  (Classes are held on the 2nd floor.  Enter through the rear door from the parking lot to access the classroom.)  To participate contact Shea Hortman at 717-845-8719 or esl@yorkliteracy.org. 

Partners in Conversation offers English conversation practice in a casual setting and fosters sharing across cultures within our own community.  Volunteers are matched with an adult ESL student for two one-hour sessions with the option of continuing to meet.  The matches are based on shared interests, hobbies, and experiences.  To participate contact Shea Hortman at 717-845-8719 or esl@yorkliteracy.org.

The ESL Workplace Program allows YCLC to work directly with employers to bring ESL classes directly to the work site.  A curriculum is tailor-made for each company.