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THE ADULT LEARNER PROGRAM The Queens Library is among the nation?s oldest and largest library systems and serves one of the most ethnically diverse populations in the country. The adult literacy program, which was founded in 1977, has its root in earlier library-based programs that provide education to its community.

Volunteer opportunities exist at various Adult Learner Program sites throughout Queens.The Adult Learner Program has the following three components: ESOL Program Approximately 100 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes are offered each year at 28 Queens Library locations. English classes are conducted by trained and experienced teachers. The ESOL Program provides staff development and support for teacher, curricula, and materials, including an ESOL collection at select libraries.

Family Literacy Program There are two family literacy models. The pre-school model offers ESOL classes for parents, learning activities for children, and parent support at the library only. The elementary school model is in collaboration with public schools and includes homework help for parents and children, computer and parenting skills classes for parents at the library and at the collaborating school. Both models include educational family field trips.

Adult Learning Centers There are seven Adult Learning Centers, with full-time professional staff and volunteers who tutor literacy groups and facilitate ESOL conversation groups. Centers also offer Basic Adult Education classes, video groups, writing groups, technology-assisted instruction, as well as ongoing tutor training provided by professional staff.

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91-14 Merrick Blvd., 6th Floor
Jamaica, NY 11432
(718) 480-4300

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