QUALITY

INSTRUCTION

It can be overwhelming to study English when you don't know what to study. It saves time to have quality instructors. All of our teachers have experience and certificates or graduate degrees in teaching English as a second language.

ACCESSIBLE

COURSES

You are busy with your family and work, so you need courses that are affordable, convenient, and in a good location.
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Connect Language Center offers morning and evening classes with limited childcare so that you can practice your English without interrupting your life.

EMPOWERED

STUDENTS

It is difficult to live in the USA without English. We designed our courses to give you the language practice that will empower you to get better jobs and opportunities for you and your family.

INTEGRATED

COMMUNITIES

Living in the USA as an international can feel lonely, especially when you cannot speak English well.

Connect Language Center wants neighborhoods, homes, and families more integrated through offering internationals quality ESL instruction.

COURSES

2019 CYCLE 1:

Registration open: Nov. 5, 2018 - Jan. 14, 2019

Late registration closes January 18, 2019

Classes: January 14 to March 23, 2018

There is a 1-time, $50 registration fee.

There is an additional $25 late fee for
registration after January 14.

All materials are included.

Monthly payment plans are available.

Office Hours:
Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 7 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 6 PM
Friday: By Appointment Only
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2019 Course Cycles:
Cycle 1: Jan. 14 - March 23
Cycle 2: April 8 - June 15
Cycle 3: July 1 - Sept. 7
Cycle 4: Sept. 23 - Dec. 7

Connect Language Center courses are designed to meet the needs of internationals living and working in Memphis. Each class has a different focus. You can create your own schedule of courses depending on what and how you want to study.

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English for Life and Work

‍English for Life and Work focuses on building vocabulary and fluency for everyday tasks common to life and work in the United States. This course has 5 levels from low beginner to advanced. All materials are included.
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10 Weeks
Monday & Wednesday Night
6:45 - 9:00 p.m.
OR
Tuesday & Thursday Mornings
9:30 - 11:45 a.m.

Cost: $400

Speaking Well in the U.S.

‍Speaking Well in the U.S. focuses on developing accuracy in using English grammar and American pronunciation in every day speech. This course has 5 levels from low beginner to advanced. All materials are included.
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10 Weeks
Tuesday & Thursday Night
6:45 - 9:00 p.m.
OR
Monday & Wednesday Mornings
9:30 - 11:45 a.m.

Cost: $400

Friday Morning Book Clubs

Friday Morning Book Clubs are for intermediate to advanced learners to build reading and conversation skills through book discussions. This course has two levels: intermediate and advanced.
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10 Weeks
Friday Mornings 9:30 - 11:45 a.m.

Cost: $200

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ESL and Film

‍ESL and Film is for intermediate to advanced learners to build critical thinking, vocabulary, and conversation skills through lessons built around watching films. 2 levels: intermediate and advanced. All materials are included.
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10 Weeks
Friday Mornings
9:30 - 12:30 a.m.  

Cost: $300

Saturday Morning Conversation Clubs

Saturday Morning Conversation Clubs are for high beginner to advanced learners to build conversation skills in a comfortable and casual environment. This course has two levels: intermediate and advanced.
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10 Weeks
Saturday Mornings
10:00 - 12:30 p.m.

Cost: $250

Private & Custom Lessons

Private Lessons are for any individual or group who want a course custom designed for their needs and goals.
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Flexible Times

Cost: See price graph

SUCCESSFUL
CONNECTIONS

I like learning new vocabulary and learning how to conjugate verbs. I like my teacher. I like the material because they cover everything. My experience has been good and I can now speak with eloquence.

SAMSON From Congo

I like everything: the teacher, the students, and the material!

Haddy from Gambia

MEET THE
CONNECT Staff

Richard received his undergraduate degrees in English and History at the University of Memphis. He then went on to do a Masters in Teaching English as a Second Language at the University of Memphis where he also taught adult ESL in Intensive English for Internationals from 2012 to 2018. Richard also taught EFL to college students in Baku, Azerbaijan in 2009. In his spare time, Richard likes spending time with his wife Hope, reading, listening to music, watching movies, exploring Memphis, and skateboarding.

Richard Dalton

Education Director

Bailey received her undergraduate degree in Spanish at the University of Tennessee. Since 2013, she has been teaching and working with both elementary age and adult ESL students. Having grown up in Memphis, she has loved discovering the diverse cultures in her hometown. She has lived, studied, and worked in countries such as Chile, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. Bailey enjoys running, reading, and spending time with friends.

Bailey Gilbert

Operations Manager

Logan received his undergraduate degree in history at the University of Memphis. He has been serving the international community, specifically the refugee community, since 2013. He obtained his TEFL certification in 2016, and has been working with adult ESL students. He has been teaching refugees by helping them improve their employability in the US workforce through a jobs readiness based ESL programming. Logan is a native Memphian, and loves the diversity that makes Memphis unique. He thoroughly enjoys. backpacking, fishing, listening to music, and playing soccer.

Logan Longserre

Jobs Readiness Counselor

Connect Language Center is a program under the 501c3 organization World Relief Memphis.

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