Tell us a little about your business/organization:

Polytech Adult Education in Woodside, Delaware provides hands‑on, career‑focused training for adults who want to upskill, reskill, or enter high‑demand fields. Our programs offer flexible schedules, supportive staff, and practical instruction designed for working adults and English language learners.

Tell us about your role in the business/organization:

As instructors in the English Learners in Careers (ELINC) program at Polytech Adult Education, we have the privilege of teaching advanced customer service and administrative skills to an exceptional group of multilingual adult learners. Many of our students are already U.S. citizens and bring extraordinary professional backgrounds from their home countries — including former dentists, attorneys, teachers, doctors, head accountants, and professionals who served in consulates and government offices.

Despite the challenges of transitioning to a new country, these learners demonstrate remarkable strengths:

• Multilingual fluency, often speaking three to five languages
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and professionalism
• Rapid learning ability and a deep commitment to excellence
• A genuine desire to help others and contribute to their communities

Our role is to help them refine and elevate the customer service and administrative skills they already possess, giving them the tools to thrive in U.S. workplaces. Their dedication, cultural insight, and global experience make them some of the strongest potential employees any company could hope to hire. We consider it a blessing to support their journey and to witness the talent, resilience, and humanity they bring into the classroom every day.

Tell us something that makes your business/organization unique:

Polytech Adult Education offers beginner‑friendly, hands‑on training with flexible schedules that fit the lives of adult learners. Many students — many of whom are bilingual or multilingual — bring strong work habits, real‑world experience, and a genuine desire to contribute. They are motivated, reliable, and ready to work, making them valuable additions to any workplace.

What do you see for the future of your business/organization?

Polytech continues to grow by developing new programs based on employer needs and expanding customized training options for local companies. We remain committed to helping adults gain the skills needed for today’s workforce while supporting businesses with targeted, practical training solutions.

How has the Chamber helped your business/organization grow?

The Chamber’s mixers, email blasts, and networking events have helped us connect with local employers and share information about our programs. They also welcomed our ELINC students to a mixer, giving them a meaningful opportunity to practice networking, meet businesses, and build confidence as they explore new career paths.

What is your best advice to other businesses/organizations?

Reach out to Polytech Adult Education for your workforce needs. Whether you’re hiring bilingual or multilingual talent, seeking customized training, or looking to upskill your current team, we can tailor solutions that support your company’s growth and help build a strong, well‑prepared workforce.