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ESL CLASS

At Community Ambassadors, we serve the diverse communities of Ocean County—specifically the towns of Lakewood and Toms River—by providing accessible educational opportunities for adults.

We offer English as a Second Language (ESL) classes designed to help learners build confidence in speaking, reading, and understanding English in everyday situations. Alongside our language courses, we also provide workforce training classes in English and Spanish, equipping participants with practical skills to improve job readiness and expand employment opportunities.

Our mission is to empower individuals through education, bridge community gaps, and support every student’s journey toward greater independence and success.

Workforce Training Classes

Computer Literacy

Basic computer skills to help students navigate technology with confidence.

Excel 1 & 2

Foundational and intermediate Excel skills for everyday and workplace use.

Financial Literacy

Intro to investing, banking, and managing personal finances.

Canva and AI for Entrepreneurs

Learn to use Canva and AI tools to grow, market, and streamline your business.

Food Handling

Training on essential food safety practices and preparation for the ServSafe certification exam.

Business

Step-by-step guidance on how to start and structure your own business.

Our Students

Community Voices

Bridge to Success at Ocean County College

Written by Laura M. Garzon Salinas When you hear “English class,” you might imagine textbooks, grammar drills, and memorizing vocabulary. But for students in the Bridge to Success program at Ocean County College, it was something entirely different. It wasn’t just an academic program—it was a place where they could breathe, speak without fear, and begin to believe in themselves again. Professor Mary Guarin, with students and families from The Bridge to Success Program.

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