About us

We were founded with the intent of filling the rising demand for those eager to learn the English language, and since 2006 we have striven to meet that goal by adhering to the highest standards of education. Our staff of teachers is dedicated to working closely and personally with students by assessing individual skills and learning levels to provide instruction that not only meets the needs of each student, but is presented in such a way as to ensure that students leave feeling confident in their development of English-speaking skills.

Our program provides rich language input through a natural approach to language learning. Students learn through conversation and activities focused on helping them to absorb new functions, grammar structures, and vocabulary. Language-learning activities are complemented with state-of-the-art ESL computer software, computer labs, and plasma TV.

Our staff is passionate and professional, and aspires to transfer its passion and enthusiasm to those learning ESL. Our classes are kept small to ensure that each student receives the individualized attention he or she deserves. With locations in Northwest Chicago and Glenview we are easily accessible and an excellent resource for those just starting out in English or for those wishing to strengthen their language skills.

School History

International Educational Center was founded in October 2005 by Lucy Lyubetska and Lana Dizik, eager professionals who aspired to transfer dreams into reality. More than 600 students have been enrolled in the school since the first class launched in January 2006, and there are currently about 200 students pursuing their English-language education. The school specializes in teaching ESL at all levels, including the TOEFL Preparation Program required for continuing education at U.S. colleges and universities. In 2009, the school added an academic writing course to further assist those looking to advance their careers or pursue higher education in the U.S. International Educational Center is constantly working to refine and enhance its existing curriculum to meet the standards of U.S. language-training programs while attracting more students and highly professional instructors. The school's main location is in Glenview, and an extension was opened in Chicago in January, 2011. The school has proven to offer highly effective and compatible programs, with more students choosing to receive their language training here each year. International Educational Center is seeking accreditation in order to be able to offer grants to those in need of improving their language skills and proficiency but unable to pay for the program.

Talented Instructors

Our group of instructors go through rigorous testing before joining our education family. At the same time, each instructor possesses a post-collegiate degree plus an additional area of expertise. Before signing up, we consider your ultimate goals, and will suggest different possibilities for attaining them based on instructor experience. At the same time, our multilingual instructors have already had years of experience and understand the difficulties associated with learning English in America.

Accreditation

International Educational Center is authorized under Federal Law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students and certified by the Illinois State Board of Education to operate as a Private Business and Vocational School.

Mission Statement

Updated: 12/12/2011

The mission of International Educational Center (IEC) is to provide the highest quality instruction in English as a Second Language. In pursuit of this, IEC serves international and permanent resident students seeking to enhance language skills in order to successfully communicate in the cultural context of the United States, further education or to achieve career goals in a rapidly changing global market. Using a student-centered communicative approach and interactive methods of instruction, the IEC curriculum gradually builds student competence in four language skills: listening, reading, speaking, and writing. IEC extends programming to include the analysis of authentic reading selections, thereby enhancing student appreciation for American culture and encouraging a deepening of critical thinking skills and more adept communication. Through on-going assessment of learning outcomes by experienced, passionate, and culturally sensitive instructors, all of whom must meet or exceed minimum requirements of educational background and practice, IEC is dedicated to upholding the highest institutional and instructional standards.