ESL TEACHING STAFF 2010
All teachers hold valid California Teaching Credentials.
Benjamin Annand, B.A., Psychology
Patricia Avilas, B.A., Spanish and French
Dianne Chrisman, B.A., English
Laila Dellapasqua, B.A., Spanish
Kiesha Greenfield, B.A., English Literature
Jim Gross, M.S., Sociology
John Hyde, B.A., Political Science
Gale Lee, B.A., Linguistics and Spanish
Jackie Memberto-Kelly, M.A., Counseling Psychology
Nancy Pekarek, B.A., Psychology
Tish Pollack, M.B.A., Business Administration
Donald Torluemke, M.S., Engineering
Andrea Weiler, M. Ed., Education

English as a Second Language

About ESL @ SBAS

CLASSES $20 (Mandated Classes)

We offer seven levels of instruction from orientation to advanced in English as a Second Language Program. All classes include accent reduction. Our ESL classes help students develop important English language skills needed to communicate. We have caring, experienced and dedicated teachers who teach English in a friendly and safe learning environment. Classes are offered on the Edison Center and Redondo Center campuses.

No residency requirements. No documents needed. No fees.
New students accepted daily!

DISTANCE LEARNING
Learn English at Home
Call 310.937.3340x 3307
or see any ESL teacher for information.

Are you too busy to attend class every day, but you want to learn English?

Now you can check out distance learning packets to help improve your pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Packets contain a video, DVD or CD, book, practice exercise with answer key and test to check your progress.  A $20 refundable deposit is required for borrowing materials.

Topics include:

  • citizenship
  • listening
  • reading
  • pronunciation
  • vocabulary
  • U.S. culture
  • writing
  • Grammar
  • workplace skills 
  • Office Hours:
    Edison Center-Monday through Friday,  9:00 am to noon
    and  Tuesday and Thursday,  5-7 pm

CITIZENSHIP
Learn English as you prepare to become a  U.S. citizen. Study U.S. history and government and learn what you need to pass the citizenship exam. Practice the oral interview and receive help with the application.
Jackie Memberto-Kelly, M.A., has taught ESL classes for 7 years.

All levels welcome!

VOCABULARY
Self-paced computer program for all ESL levels.  Open to all students wanting to improve their English Vocabulary.
Enroll Today!
Edison Center Tech Garden

CONTACT US


310.937.3340
Fax: 310.937.3345
3401 Inglewood Avenue
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
info@southbayadult.org