RefServe offers flexible conversational support to intermediate and advanced adult refugee English learners. We meet with learners on Zoom, typically once a week for one hour, although this may be adjusted on a case-by-case basis depending on availability.
Our Services
We provide accent coaching, conversation groups, and more. Every RefServe student receives their own tutor with customizable content to suit their individual needs.
We assist refugees with professional development, digital literacy, higher education-related needs, such as college applications, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Applications are open from September 10th to October 10th during the fall semester, and from February 10th to March 10th during the spring semester. Acceptance is on a first-come first-serve basis; those who do not make the cut-off will have priority in the next round of applications.
Our students preferably already have attained at least an intermediate level of English proficiency, though we are open to working with advanced beginners on a case-by-case basis.
We do not offer group classes, only one-on-one lessons that are tailored to the needs of each student. That being said, if you and up to three other family members/friends have achieved similar levels of English and are hoping to have lessons together, we will consider your request on a case-by-case basis.
We typically do not assign homework, though if you would like homework, this is something you can discuss with your tutor.
Students typically meet once per week for one hour with their tutor(s). If you would like to meet more or less often, we will consider your request on a case-by-case basis.
We can help you obtain a laptop device for virtual lessons if needed.