Welcome to Your Language Connection.
We understand that learning a new language can be challenging. Discovering the best method for you, while making it fun to learn and utilize a new language, is our ambition.
Our mission is to provide people, businesses, and organizations language classes that are specifically designed to meet their communication needs.
Over the years, YLC has translated many report cards and school letters, helped reduce accents and improve language skills for many foreigners, taught Spanish to city teachers to aid in their communication with students and parents, held summer Spanish camps for children and offered many private classes to adults, children, and families. YLC is consistently improving the language classes and services offered, as the needs of the community change and grow. Michelle Salinas and YLC understand that the demand for language learning is imperative—for all ages—in today’s society.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How is the curriculum designed to meet the needs of the client?
We listen to the clients to find out their specific needs related to vocabulary, phrases and questions typically used in their day to day lives. The curriculum includes the language skills needed to put it all together and communicate on a basic level. The design also takes into account that everyone is coming with different background knowledge, learning styles, and language learning abilities. There is more flexibility in our curriculum than in a traditional class.
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What if I am not sure about my language level or ability?
By answering a few questions, YLC can help you determine which class is right for you. You could also sit in a class for free to decide if it is the right class for you.
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What if I didn’t do well in my language class in school?
Because YLC takes a totally different approach than high school and college classes, everyone can learn any language. The classes are small, informal and fun. The focus is on conversation and not on test taking. The teachers are very approachable and the pace of the class is determined by the participants.
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As a corporate client, how do I go about setting up classes in my business?
A meeting with Michelle Salinas will be set up to draft a contract. There would be interviews to gather information about the communication and vocabulary needs of the business. A curriculum will then be designed to address theses needs. The day, time and location of the class will be chosen by the client, as well as the starting date.
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Is my child old enough or ready to learn a new language?
Children all over the world are learning more than one language as babies. Children can easily learn a new language. The question you should ask is, “Is my child ready for a classroom setting?” You know your child best. Because our classes are fun, full of activities, and have a variety of ages, children are very successful in learning a new language in this enviornment. You are welcome to sample a class with your child.
Your Language Connection is dedicated to providing quality instruction and excellent customer service.
Michelle Salinas
Throughout her professional career, Michelle Salinas has proven to be a qualified, dedicated teacher and truly has a gift for language instruction.
Michelle’s qualifications and accomplishments:
- Bachelor’s of science degree in Education from Millersville University
- Certificate of Language from the University of Madrid, Spain
- PA Instructional II in elementary education and secondary Spanish.
- PA Certification for teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Bilingual teacher for Carter & MacRae Elementary, 7 years
- World Language teacher for Wharton Elementary, 6 years
- Traveled throughout Spain, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Ecuador, and Costa Rica
Your Language Connection has been overseen by Michelle since 2000, and she thoroughly enjoys the opportunity to teach adults and children new language skills.
