English as a Second Language (ESL) and Citizenship - Martinez Institute of English (Martinez Adult Education)

Martinez Institute of English (MIE), located at Martinez Adult Education (MAE), has been in existence for over 35 years. Our purpose is to provide literacy education and citizenship preparation in a safe, supportive environment. Our instructors have a combined total of over 115 years of experience in teaching ESL classes.  We strive to provide an opportunity for students to learn English in a warm, supportive atmosphere. MIE offers both day and evening English as a Second Language (ESL) classes in multiple levels (from Literacy to Advanced). In addition, we offer ESL Communication Skills, ESL Writing, ESL Computer Applications and U.S. Citizenship Preparation classes.  All ESL classes are free of charge!  There is no cost! 

MIE students have diverse ages, finances, and educational backgrounds.  They also come from many different nations and speak varied languages. Our students are parents, workers, caregivers, and newcomers dealing with many barriers to their educational, family, and work related goals.