HOW TO APPLY TO THE MONTVALE LIBRARY'S ESL PROGRAM
(for prospective students)
 

• If you want to apply to the Montvale Library's ESL Program, you should be a Montvale resident with a library card or an employee of a Montvale company with a courtesy library card (proof of employment required). Au pairs to Montvale residents may also apply.

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• You must apply in-person during library hours. The Montvale Library is open the following hours: Monday - Thursday, 10-9; Friday, 10-5 and Saturday, 10-2.  

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• Tell a library employee that you want to apply to the Montvale Library's ESL program.

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• You will be given a white application card, and you must fill out the following information: Name, Address, Phone Number, Date Applied, Time Available, Native Country and Language. The rest of the material is optional.

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• In the event that no tutors are available, you will be put on our waiting list.

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• When there is an opening you will be matched with a tutor. You will meet with your tutor for one-on-one instruction once a week.  Tutoring sessions can be done virtually or in person.  Tutoring sessions last about one hour, and the duration of the program is one year (with the possibility of renewal).

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• If you have questions, please contact Therese Jones, the ESL Coordinator. Therese can be contacted at any time at Therese.Jones@montvale.bccls.org, or you can visit the library or call (201) 391-5090 at the following hours:  Wednesday: 10-2