English as a Second Language (ESL) Alliance for Lifelong Learning can help you improve your English speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. To Register Step 1: Complete the ESL Information form - scan this QR code or go to oakton.edu/conted , click on Adult Education , then click on English as a Second Language Step 2: Complete the intake form and follow instructions for scheduling a test time. Step 3: Take the placement test. Step 4: Begin class (you will receive your schedule and class information after the test). Classes start the week of September 15. Registration is ongoing, based on class availability. Monday/Wednesday classes start: September 15, and end December 15, 2025 Tuesday/Thursday classes start: September 16, and end December 16, 2025 Oakton College is committed to equal access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities. To request disability accommodations, please contact Teresa O’Sullivan at 847.635.1759. Free ESL Classes * About the ESL Program • Teaches listening, speaking, reading, writing, and conversation skills. Introduces students to U.S. culture. • Designed for adults 16 years and older whose native language is not English and who are not enrolled in high school. • ESL classes are not intended for tourists and short-term visitors, but for those who live in the U.S.
Note: Per ICCB (Illinois Community College Board) regulations, au pairs are only eligible for our Supplemental ESL classes (tuition required) and cannot enroll in the free ESL classes (see Supplemental ESL Classes section). For more information, call 847.635.1426 or email our office at adulted@oakton.edu . *Free classes are funded by the Illinois Community College Board. In compliance with Section 511 of Public Law 101-166 (the Stevens Amendment), approximately 33 percent of the adult education program is federally funded through Title II of WIOA. In-person Classes Morning Classes: Oakton College, Skokie Campus 7701 North Lincoln Avenue, Skokie Class Meets: Two mornings per week, 9:30 am-12:30 pm Oakton College, Des Plaines Campus 1600 East Golf Road, Des Plaines Class Meets: Two mornings per week, 9:30 am-12:30 pm Evanston Public Library 1703 Orrington Avenue, Evanston Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 10 am-1 pm District 63 Family Resource Center 9000 Capitol Dr., Des Plaines Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 am-12:30 pm BEGINNING LEVEL ESL ONLY Des Plaines Public Library 1501 Ellinwood Street, Des Plaines Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:15 am-12:15 pm Afternoon Classes: Oakton College, Skokie Campus 7701 North Lincoln Avenue, Skokie Class Meets: Monday and Wednesday, 1:30-4:30 pm
Oakton College, Des Plaines Campus 1600 East Golf Road, Des Plaines Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 1:30-4:30 pm Evening Classes: Oakton College, Des Plaines Campus 1600 East Golf Road, Des Plaines Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30-9:30 pm Evanston Township High School 1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30-9:30 pm Glenbrook South High School 4000 Lake Avenue, Glenview Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30-9:30 pm Niles North High School 9800 Lawler Avenue, Skokie Class Meets: Monday and Wednesday, 6:30-9:30 pm Niles West High School 5701 Oakton Street, Skokie Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30-9:30 pm Niles Public Library 6960 West Oakton Street, Niles Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9 pm Maine East High School 2601 Dempster Street, Park Ridge Class Meets: Monday and Wednesday, 6:30-9:30 pm Maine West High School 1755 South Wolf, Des Plaines Class Meets: Monday and Wednesday, 6:30-9:30 pm Online Classes Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 am-12:30 pm Class Meets: Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30-9:30 pm
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