COMMUNITY BASED ENGLISH LEARNING CLASSES | SHALOM COMMUNITY IMPACT CENTER

Offers an entry-level program for adult refugees and immigrants on learning to speak and read English. The program uses the Co-Teacher method, which provides students with a co-teacher from their community who speaks their language, understands their culture, and is aware of the barriers students face with accessing community resources. During class, co-teachers assist with delivering class material, help facilitate communication between students and the lead teacher, and offer feedback to assure class activities are relevant, effective, and culturally appropriate. Co-teachers also keep in touch with students outside the classroom. This aids in student retention and success.

Physical Address

7605 Aurora Avenue, Urbandale, IA 50322

Hours

Classes are held on Mon and Tue, one class in the morning and one in the evening

Application process

Call to register for classes

Fee

None

Required documents

None

Eligibility

Open to refugee and immigrants new to Iowa

Languages

English

Service area

Polk County, Iowa

Agency info

SHALOM COMMUNITY IMPACT CENTER

Works with refugees and immigrants who face multiple barriers that make adjusting to their new home a challenge.