English as a Second Language

In ESL classes, students learn to understand, speak, read, and write in English for many reasons: to get a job, get a better job, go to school, become citizens, help their children in school, or live more successfully in the United States. Class lessons are based on students’ needs and interests.  Classes are offered in person and through a remote, distance-learning option.  Each level is one-year; students do not need to register again once they are enrolled in the class for the year.

 

After completing the online registration form, students are given an assessment to determine proper placement. Open enrollment is available on a "space available" basis. 

 

ESL CLASS LEVELS

ESL Beginning (Beg)
(Beginning Literacy, Beginning Low, Beginning High)
This course is designed for students who speak, read, and write little or no English. Students learn to communicate basic messages for common situations. 

ESL Intermediate (Inter)
(Intermediate Low, Intermediate High)
This course is designed for students who can understand and communicate simple messages in English. Students learn to communicate more easily in common situations and learn to understand English in new situations.

ESL Advanced (Adv)
(Advanced Low, Advanced High)
This course is designed for students who understand and use English in many different situations, but need additional study and practice to speak and write fluently in complex and technical situations and subjects.

Mastery English (Mast)
Mastery English is a transition class for students who have completed the advanced level of ESL and are considering entering the GED or Diploma programs, vocational training, or post-secondary education.  Emphasis is on acquiring the high-level language skills necessary to be successful in these settings of in the workplace.

ESL Multi-Level (M)
(Multi-level Low/High)
Students at different levels of English ability study in the same classroom depending on student needs.
 

MODES OF LEARNING

Chaffey Adult School ESL classes are conveniently located at two sites in the city of Ontario. ESL classes are available at no charge. We offer two modes of learning English.

Most students learn best when receiving direct instruction from a teacher in the classroom. Quality online and/or distance-learning options are accessible to students who prefer this way of learning or whose work, childcare needs, or other barriers exist to prevent in-person attendance.

ESL CLASSES- ON CAMPUS 

Day	Time	Location	Class Level
Morning
Monday-Thursday	8:30-10:20 AM	CAS 5th St.	Inter/Mast
Monday-Thursday	8:30-10:20 AM	CAS 7th St.	Beginning
Tuesday-Thursday	8:30-10:20 AM	CAS 7th St.	Intermediate
Monday-Thursday	10:40 AM-12:30 PM	CAS 5th St.	Beg/Inter/Adv/Mast
Monday-Thursday	10:40 AM-12:30 PM	CAS 7th St.	Beginning
Tuesday-Thursday	10:40 AM-12:30 PM	CAS 7th St.	Intermediate
Evening
Tuesday & Thursday	5:45-8:45 PM	CAS 5th St.	Beg/Inter/Adv/Mast
Monday & Wednesday	6:00-9:00 PM	CAS 7th St.	Beg/Inter
Tuesday & Thursday	6:00-9:00 PM	CAS 7th St.	Beg/Inter/Adv

ESL CLASSES - ZOOM 

Day	Time	Location	Class Level
Monday-Thursday	8:30-10:20 am	Zoom	Beg High/Inter/Adv
Monday & Wednesday	5:45-8:45 PM	Zoom	Beg/Inter/Adv/Mast

 

ESL CLASSES- OFF SITE TAUGHT BY CHAFFEY ADULT SCHOOL ESL TEACHERS

SCHOOL/SITE	Address
LVPEC	Linda Vista Parent Ed. Center, 1556 S. Sultana Ave., Ontario

Day	Time	Location	Class Level
Wednesday & Thursday	8:30-10:30 AM	LVPEC	Beg Low & High
	10:40 AM - 12:40 PM		Intermediate Low & High

 

SCHOOL/SITE	Address
Alta Loma Elementary School	7085 Amethyst St. Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701

Day	Time	Location	Class Level
Monday & Wednesday	6-8 PM	Alta Loma Elementary School Library	Advanced/Mastery
Tuesday & Thursday			Beg Lit- Intermediate

 

SCHOOL/SITE	Address
Cucamonga Middle School	7611 Hellman Avenue Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

Day	Time	Location	Class Level
Monday & Wednesday	6-8 PM	Computer Lab Room 3	Beg High - Intermediate

 

SCHOOL/SITE	Address
Ontario High School	901 W Francis Street Ontario, CA 91762

Day	Time	Location	Class Level
Monday & Wednesday	5:30-8 PM	P9- Parent Center	Beginning-Intermediate Low
Tuesday & Thursday	5:30-8 PM	P9-Parent Center	Intermediate High-Mastery

 

ESL Classes through Chaffey College held at Chaffey Adult School

Advanced ESL (ESL 652)- This college course is the highest course in the study of English reading, writing, listening, and speaking designed for students whose first language is not English. The course adds to the skills in grammar, sentence structure, essay organization and development, reading, and speaking skills. Must score at least 228 on the CASAS Reading assessment.

Day	Time	Location	CASAS Score
Tuesday & Thursday	10:10-12:30 PM	CAS 7th St.	At least 228

 

Conversational English- This college course helps improve pronunciation, fluency, and English language speaking and listening skills.  

Day	Time	Location	Class Level
Monday & Wednesday	12:15-2:05 PM	CAS 5th St.	Intermediate ESL- ESL 607

 

Additional Learning Opportunities for ESL Students

Beginning Computers- This one-semester course is for students who want to improve their basic computer skills for job placements and/or submitting assignments.

This is offered at no cost and is limited to students who score below 220. This class cannot be repeated.

Day	Time	Location	Class Level
Friday	8:30 AM-12:30 PM	CAS 5th St.	below 220 on CASAS

 

Financial Literacy-This one-semester course is a practical, skills-based course designed to equip adult English learners with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the U.S. financial system with confidence. Through a combination of real-world scenarios, hands-on practice with Microsoft Excel, and EL Civics-aligned banking and consumer education, students will develop the vocabulary, skills, and habits needed for long-term financial wellbeing. 

Prerequisite- Beginning Computers/MS Office Certificate Program/Teacher Referral

Day	Time	Location
Tuesday-Thursday	10:45 AM-12:45 PM	CAS 5th St. Room D2

 

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR ESL STUDENTS 

The following certificate programs are offered to ESL students who want to advance both their English language and employability skills. Students will learn academic language related to a specific career. These classes are only available to current ESL students, and each year-long program has eligibility requirements.

 

Microsoft Office Certificate Program- This one-year program prepares ESL students who score 220 to be well-trained and qualified in MS Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) within business office settings. Students will also be enrolled in an asynchronous class for Computer Information Systems. 

Students will receive a certificate upon completion of the year-long program. 

Day	Time	Location	Teacher
Morning
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday	8:30-10:30 AM	CAS 5th St. Room D2	Suzan Jeries
Evening
Tuesday and Thursday	5-8 PM	Zoom office hours only	Demoree Deocales

 

Instructional Assistant Certificate Program- This year-long program prepares ESL students who score 230 or above to become effective instructional assistants in all educational settings. The program includes First Aid/CPR certification, academic assessment preparation, and other requirements. If interested, students should reach out to their Adv/Mast ESL teacher. There will be an orientation to further explain the program.

Students will receive a certificate upon completion of the year-long program. 

Day	Time	Location	Teacher
Friday	8:30 AM-12:30PM	CAS 5th St. Room D1/Zoom	Linda Fakhoury