Dream IT ESL School in New York

• Location: New York, USA,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of study: mixed.

Dream IT ESL New York is an educational center that focuses on providing English language courses for international students aged 18 and older. The center is dedicated to its mission of delivering high-quality education in a multicultural setting, enabling students to excel in the global community of the 21st century by honing their English language skills. The center's approach to achieving this mission involves several key elements:

1. Qualified Native-Speaking Teachers: Dream IT ESL New York employs highly qualified native-speaking teachers with extensive experience. These instructors are well-equipped to deliver effective language instruction and employ modern teaching methods.

2. Comprehensive Support: Beyond classroom instruction, the center offers support and guidance to students. Consultations with staff are available to address students' questions and concerns at any time.

3. Language Levels: Dream IT ESL New York offers language courses at various levels to cater to a diverse range of students. Whether individuals are beginners or more advanced learners, the center aims to provide appropriate support.

4. Diverse Learning Approaches: The center employs a variety of teaching methods, including the use of visual materials, practice exams, group work, listening and reading comprehension exercises, and cultural excursions. These approaches aim to make the learning experience engaging and effective.

5. Goal-Oriented Teaching: Dream IT ESL New York's teachers are committed to helping their students achieve their English language learning goals. Whether it's improving existing skills or acquiring new ones, instructors work diligently to support students' progress.

Overall, Dream IT ESL New York strives to create a nurturing and dynamic learning environment that empowers students to enhance their English language proficiency and achieve their educational objectives.

By assigning classes based on language levels, some students may find the content of the classes too difficult or too easy for them. In order to provide pupils with the best possible learning experience, DreamIT ESL allows them to change classes during the first week so that students can fully benefit from learning. 

Teachers closely monitor the progress of their students to make sure they are properly placed and receive the support they need. Particular attention will be paid to monitoring significant progress and achievements. If a student has gaps in knowledge, special additional classes are planned for them until they demonstrate sufficient achievement.

It is rare for students to move on to other grades at the school: this is due to a robust assessment of the entrance test that fits perfectly with the curriculum, the SLO.

During the admission process, all students are assigned to classes that correspond to their level of linguistics. DreamIT ESL New York consists of several educational stages-levels: from beginner to advanced.

There are times when DreamIT ESL is unable to provide a suitable curriculum with sufficient academic load to a particular student, in which case the principal/academic coordinator will refer the student to qualified professionals, while continuing to monitor their progress and inquire about their progress.

Dream IT ESL does not have residential buildings, students will have to take care of housing near the campus on their own. New York is the largest city in the United States, where you can find a place to live that is suitable for your finances and needs: apartments, houses, rooms.

• Apartments/condominiums are part of buildings or residential complexes consisting of several floors. Each block will have a bedroom, a living room, a kitchen, a bathroom. Apartments and condominiums may have on-site laundry facilities. More expensive complexes can be upgraded with security systems (lockable external entrances, gates and cameras) or have additional amenities (swimming pool, sauna and fitness center),
• Houses can be rented from managers, real estate agencies, directly from private homeowners. The equipment of the house can be different, meet the requirements of the resident: include/not include household appliances, furniture, a personal yard, a garage or a swimming pool. The cost of utilities for houses is generally higher than for apartments.

While studying at DreamIT ESL, students have access to a variety of recreational, educational, and social activities. The center's staff regularly organizes tours of New York City, ranging from visits to museums to outdoor events, parades, and free concerts. To deepen the social and cultural experience of students, a friendly team of teachers hold holiday parties before or after classes, strengthening the school spirit and introducing students to American culture, customs, and holidays.

• BPSS Certification, CEA Accreditation,
• Small classes, students receive individual support,
• Educators work closely with each student to develop a course based on personal goals and abilities,
• Several options for the duration of education,
• Ability to take courses online or face-to-face.

Academic classes are located near the Empire State Building, a high-rise skyscraper in the business district of New York. Students are offered small rooms for attending classes in groups and one-on-one with a teacher.

There are several academic stages in the academic year. Courses take place on different dates and have different durations.

• August-December,
• November-February,
• January-April,
• March-June,
• April-August,
• July-October,
• September-December.

Holidays are organized for all students on national and international holidays: Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and others. Any student can request a leave of absence for up to 30 days: the request must be made in writing, submitted to the Academic Director for approval before the start of the leave. Rest can be granted once in a 12-month period, not a calendar year.  

Classes are held on a regular basis throughout the year. Each quarter consists of 12-week sessions. Each student must enroll in a minimum of 18 hours of lessons per week (216 hours per quarter) to be considered a full-time student. Students are allowed to combine several courses at the same time if the schedule allows it.  

The programs are diverse, so that pupils have the opportunity to study during the day, in the evening or on weekends. At each language level, there will be four subjects with at least three hours of lessons per week.

The list of additional costs will include:

• Registration fee upon admission,
• i-901 fees,
• Additional Study Materials,
• Accommodation, meals,
• Personal expenses.

The admission procedure contains several registration stages - the candidate needs to:

• Fill out and send an online application with the required documents, pay the application fee,
• Obtain Form I-20, Letter of Admission,
• Pay the I-901 fee to SEVIS,
• Apply for a student visa,
• Come to the campus to take a placement test to determine the existing language level,
• Attend orientation events,
• Register, pay for the course,
• Start learning.

The initial enrollment of new students is determined by the Oxford University Press standardized test, which consists of questions that test reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Students will take the test during orientation week using Oxford's online testing. 

The Academic Coordinator will work with the agent and the student to determine the best program for their English language learning goals. Taking into account the goals of the students is of utmost importance to DreamIT ESL.

During the first few days of class, instructors are encouraged to informally assess students. If an educator feels that a student is out of place, they should address the issue to the academic coordinator. Likewise, students are also encouraged to express their concerns about the level of difficulty in the classroom to the Academic Coordinator if they arise. 

DreamIT ESL accepts all qualified candidates from both the United States and around the world. Applicants must demonstrate an interest in learning English, be able to successfully complete the requirements of the course they wish to enroll in. The Education Center provides equal opportunity without discrimination for any reason, including, but not limited to, race, creed, color, sex, nation of origin, age, or disability.

Qualified knowledge, confirmed by the transition of students to subsequent language levels, will help students in their further academic path: when entering a university, applying for a job, obtaining a long-term visa.

All international applicants must provide:

• A copy of the diploma of education received: school, bachelor's, master's or other. If, for any reason, the applicant is unable to provide a diploma, the admissions committee is ready to consider the assessment transcripts,
• Personal documents: passport, health insurance, visa or residence permit,
• Bank statement (not older than 60 days). It must show at least $15,000 for an annual Form I-20.

Admission is carried out on the basis of passed entrance exams, availability of places. The documents provided for admission are required to fill out the registration forms.

The center does not provide scholarships, but foreign students can receive funding from government organizations: loans, credits, grants.

The school regularly provides discounts on face-to-face tuition in New York for new students.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision