Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Community Workers Training

Adapted from Teach2Go’s full 60-hour certification course, this training preserves the essential elements of comprehensive TESOL preparation while offering a format that better fits the time, staffing, and budget realities of local churches. Participants receive practical instruction and hands-on learning they can apply immediately in community and ministry settings. Why This Training Matters Many churches recognize the need to serve English language learners in their communities but do not have the resources to implement a full-length certification program. TESOL-CWT meets that need by offering a high-value, ministry-ready training experience that distills the major components of Teach2Go’s 60-hour TESOL certification into a manageable and accessible format. This training helps participants build confidence in: • understanding English language learners • responding to cultural and classroom needs • using effective teaching strategies • planning meaningful lessons • launching sustainable ESL ministry efforts What Participants Will Learn Participants are introduced to the major foundations of TESOL preparation, including: • Introduction to TESOL • Foundations in linguistics and second-language acquisition • The ESL/EFL classroom • Teaching techniques • Classroom management and engagement • Assessment and evaluation • Curriculum design and lesson planning • Resources and professional development Each topic is taught in a way that is practical, interactive, and immediately useful for local church and community outreach. How the Training Works Each hour of TESOL-CWT is intentionally structured around four elements: Warm-Up Participants engage prior knowledge, experiences, and ideas. Presentation Core TESOL concepts and principles are taught clearly and concisely. Application Participants practice strategies, solve problems, and engage in hands-on learning. Cool-Down Reflection and review help participants retain and apply what they have learned. Our Goal To equip leaders and volunteers to serve English language learners with practical skill, cultural awareness, and Christ-centered compassion.