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Welcome to Applied ESL

An online English tutoring service for adults, and book publisher of ESL books and materials that focuses on learning English using life skills. 

UPDATE

Applied ESL, LLC is now transitioning into book publishing. Applied ESL is the publishing name for all of my books. All ESL books will be available for the following clients:

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  • Adult education programs

  • Libraries

  • Non-profit organizations

  • Public Schools

  • Social Services

  • Private education institutions

  • The general public 

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The goal is to reach adult learners through my ESL workbooks and materials focusing on life skills. These supplemental resources will enhance students' learning, while building their confidence to use English in their daily life. 

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Applied ESL, LLC is both New York State and City certified and is open for business to business partnerships. 

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*Applied ESL will continue to be an online tutoring service for interested students. It will also provide job readiness coaching for interested clients. Click the chat button below for more information and payment options.

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The Signs Resource Book is good for anyone who wants to learn street signs, store signs, COVID-19 signs, and instructions
Good for adult literacy, ESL and non-ESL learners

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LIFE SKILLS VIDEO LESSONS PACKAGE
The Life Skills video lessons are based from the Applied ESL Life Skills Student Workbook 1. These are 26 videos covering all units from the workbook. 
Excellent for beginner and intermediate ESL learners!

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ESL Student e-books

The Applied ESL Life Skills Student Workbook Series

Good for beginner and intermediate ESL students, this series focus on everyday English using life skills

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The Job Readiness Workbook is an excellent resource for job search, career assessment, resume and cover letter writing, goal setting, and so much more!
Good for both ESL and non-ESL learners

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The Coffee with You Journal is a 121 blank page journal that focuses on YOU as you sip your coffee (or tea) and reflect. This journal was inspired by my motivational series, Coffee with Dara: offering motivation and encouragement to the world.

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Front cover

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Inside cover

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Back of journal

Who is Teacher Dara from Applied ESL?

About me

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Hi! My name is Dara K. Fulton and I am an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher, author, ESL and Job Readiness Coach. My students call me "Teacher Dara." I live in New York City, the United States. I have 20 years' experience teaching English to adults. I also have experience helping people find work, and train people who want to become ESL teachers. I'm an author to 9 books, 7 ESL books, a motivational journal called Coffee with You, and my memoir (personal story) called Life's Reflective Twists. I have a Bachelor's degree in English, two Associates degrees, and TESOL and TEFL certifications. I LOVE being a teacher, because I love helping people learn English. I also LOVE drinking coffee :) My goal is to help ESL teachers feel encouraged and supported in the ESL profession.

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I love to say, "TRY YOUR BEST," because when you try your best you DO your best. I am here to help YOU practice and feel confident speaking English in everyday life. 

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Applied ESL, LLC is a Limited Liability Corporation and is registered by the state of New York, the United States. Applied ESL was formally known as Dara's ESL which started in 2018. The name Applied ESL and its business officially became a LLC in February 2019.

 

Dara K. Fulton is the sole owner and teacher of Applied ESL, and is both New York City and State certified Minority, Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) in New York City, NY.

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THANK YOU
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What students and clients are saying about Teacher Dara's services

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"If you want to improve your English, if you want to find somebody who is really interesting in helping you with your confidence, fluency, and communications skills, please take advantage and take a class with this wonderful teacher, you won't regret it." 

Alex, student

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