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TESOL Ministry
Academic resources and expertise often remain out of reach for many volunteer English language tutors, teachers, programs & Christian ministries. We bridge this gap by fostering partnerships to provide high-quality resources and training. Together, we can enhance these vital programs, improving communication and cultivating stronger, more vibrant communities.
What is TESOL?
TESOL is an acronym for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (in any context).
Other common acronyms are:
- ESL – English as a Second Language (Used for people learning English in settings where the main language is English.)
- EFL – English as a Foreign Language (Used for people learning English in settings where the main language is not English.)
- TESL – Teaching English as a Second Language & commonly used as TESOL
- TEFL – Teaching English as a Foreign Language (used less often)
Resources for
Teaching English
Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a great teacher.
– Japanese Proverb
Access curriculum, lesson plans, and recommended resources. Join networking opportunities online to enhance your English teaching strategies and connect with peers.
Training
Discover training opportunities for you or your team (free & paid). Explore training video resource links, past webinars, articles, training events, and other training opportunities.
Curriculum & Lessons
Explore curriculum, lessons, and other helpful teaching materials and lesson helps.
Recommended Resources
Explore helpful tools and materials for teaching English. Browse articles, links, and expert recommendations to support your teaching and enhance your impact.
Networking
Connect with fellow ministry leaders and teachers. Participate in prayer, collaborative discussions, share insights, and build relationships to foster support and growth.
Resources for
ESL Ministries
“Be honest about your weaknesses and ask God to help you overcome them so you can serve Christ more efficiently.”
– Billy Graham
Launch and manage an ESL ministry successfully. Find guidance on recruiting volunteers, evangelism strategies, and effective discipleship to engage your community.
Start an ESL Ministry
Launch an ESL ministry with the help of practical guides, links, and resources. Form a practical plan and learn from others who are directing ministries.
Volunteers
Mobilize and support your volunteers effectively. Discover training materials, recruitment strategies, and resource links to equip vital team members for ministry success.
Evangelism & Discipleship
Equip your team with strategies and tools for impactful evangelism and discipleship. Access resources, articles, and webinars to strengthen your outreach efforts.
Ministry Management
Optimize your ministry with effective management tools and practices. Explore resources, articles, and insights to enhance administration, communication, and organizational efficiency.
Cultural Tools
Access practical resources and tools to understand and navigate cultural differences, including articles, webinars, and activities that promote understanding and effective communication within diverse communities.
Multicultural Church
Discover resources for building a vibrant multicultural church environment, featuring articles, past webinars, and activities to foster inclusion and community engagement across cultures.
TESOL Ministry
Programs & Initiatives
Connect
Networking Groups
Sign up for the First Friday Prayer & Networking Group or the US National ESL Leaders Group.
US National ESL Ministry Directory
Find ESL Classes or Certificate/Degree Courses in Teaching English
Community Events
Stay connected with the latest happenings and opportunities in the ESL community.
Teach
ESL Curriculum Exchange
Share and discover high quality ESL resources in our collaborative curriculum exchange platform.
Adult ESL Curriculum Showcase
Explore a diverse array of adult ESL teaching resources at our bi-annual ESL Curriculum Showcase
Online Teaching Guide
Empower your virtual classroom with best practices and resources outlined in our comprehensive online teaching guide.
Links to Bible Based ESL Materials
Explore resources that blend language learning with biblical teachings in our comprehensive collection of Bible-based ESL curriculum links
Help for Using AI to Augment Your Lessons
Discover how AI tools can transform your teaching strategies with our practical resources for augmenting your lessons.
Grow
Consulting
Leverage our consulting expertise to navigate challenges and achieve your goals with customized strategies designed for success.
Customized Training
Participate in hands-on training and classes for programs to gain practical skills and knowledge in a collaborative, face-to-face environment.
Catch Up on the Latest Articles, Events, and Resource Links
What's New
Using your Existing Flashcards and Worksheets in New Ways
Students will love learning new vocabulary and grammar with the practical skills you’ll gain from Elisabeth Bowman, The Gaming Grammarian during this quarter’s free webinar. Sponsored by TESOL Ministry and CELEA’s Community Based ESL Group
Gather your ESL team and join together to pray with followers of Jesus from around the globe at this two hour online event. Hear from David Butts, Chad McCool, Terri Salter, Jon Varner, and more. Workshops include: Why We Pray, Praying Scripture, The Secret of Ceaseless Prayer, Cultivating a Culture of Prayer in ESL Teams, and Praying Your Students to Jesus. This free event is sponsored by: Cooperative ESL Ministries, Faith International English Classes, Institute for Cross Cultural Training at Wheaton College, Light of the World Learning, National Literacy Missions Partnership, and TESOL Ministry.
Addressing Questions About Immigration Enforcement and Schools
This article published by Colorin Colorado in 2025, is a good resource with additional links that can help you make a plan for your program on how to address immigration enforcement at your ministry site. If you are looking for additional resources on this topic, please contact us