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Welcome to the JCFPL Learning Center!
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*It is asked that all teachers possess a teaching certification or have relevant previous teaching/tutoring experience.
What We Do!
At JCFPL, our patrons are always at the heart of what we do. Our passionate team of trained professionals provide first-rate instruction in courses that are designed to meet the needs of our patrons.
Registration Time
Courses are offered on a rotating basis throughout the year. Patrons can register anytime as a Student or Teacher from the links above. Please register on the website to learn more.
Courses Offered
- English as a Second Language
- Conversation Clubs
- Basic Literacy
- Citizenship Exam Preparation
- Computer Skills
- Workforce Readiness
Frequently Asked Questions
- When does the school year start and end?
- Start Date: Monday, September 14, 2026
- End Date: Friday, June 11, 2027
- Note: Registration is open until Friday, April 2, so students interested in joining after September 14 are still encouraged to do so.
- How often do classes meet?
- Twice a week. Each class is two hours long.
- What are the hours for classes?
- Classes meet weekdays during the morning and evening.
- Students can select which time they prefer.
- When is registration open?
- Opens: Monday, August 3, 2026
- Closes: Friday, April 2, 2027
- Where does registration take place?
- 472 Jersey Ave
- 1st Floor, next to the Children’s Room
- Monday through Friday
- 9:00am – 5:00pm
- 394 Central Ave
- 3rd Floor
- Monday through Friday
- 9:00am – 5:00pm
- 472 Jersey Ave
- Do I need to pay for classes and materials?
- No, all Learning Center classes and materials are free.
- Are there any documents needed to register for classes?
- Yes, a valid photo ID
- How old do I need to be to participate in classes?
- For ESL, Digital Skills, and Workforce classes, students must be at least 18 years of age.
- K-12 students are eligible to enroll in Aspire classes, linked here.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or are interested in enrolling, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Our Mission
Mission Statement
To empower the patrons of JCFPL to embrace Lifelong Learning in an ever-changing, increasingly interconnected world
Vision
To become a hub of lifelong learning that is as vibrant and diverse as the community that we serve
Philosophy
We at the JCFPL Learning Center believe that first-rate education is a fundamental right. As such, we are committed to providing classes that are easily-accessible and free-of-charge to any resident of our community.
About
For almost 40 years, the JCFPL Learning Center has provided free instruction to thousands of Jersey City residents from over 60 countries. The Center’s success is a testament to the passion of its instructors, the commitment of the Library, and the unwavering support of the community. In recognition of these results, the JCFPL Learning Center has been made an award-winning affiliate of Literacy NJ, an accredited member of ProLiteracy, and a participant in TESOL (Teaching English to Students of Other Languages) International programming.