ESL Tutors

The Library’s collection contains books, media, newspapers and periodicals totaling over 130,000 items and includes materials in Korean, Chinese, Japanese, Russian and Spanish. Digital collections include ebooks, audio books, movies, tv, music and magazines (also in Korean). Databases provide access to , language instruction through Rosetta Stone & Pronunciator, Valueline, ReferenceUSA, NY Times and EBSCOhost for popular & scholarly magazine articles. As a member of BCCLS (Bergen County Cooperative Library System), a Fort Lee resident has access to 5.5 million items from 76 member libraries.

Programs and services are offered for all ages throughout the year and feature reference assistance, reader’s advisory, storytime, crafts, concerts, book discussions, ESL instruction, computer classes, volunteer opportunities and much more. In addition the Library offers free WiFi, public computers, wireless printing and a museum pass program.

The Fort Lee Public Library is looking for tutors to teach English to adults in our community. Teaching experience preferred but not required.

This is a great opportunity for anyone with a desire to make a difference in someone’s life! If you’re a retiree, a parent who wants to do something meaningful during school hours, a young adult looking to give back, or just interested in a rewarding volunteer experience, please contact us!

We offer free training and materials and the chance to collaborate with other tutors.

Tutors must be at least 21 years old and reside in or near Fort Lee
. Both in-person and Zoom classes are offered.

Minimum commitment of two semesters.