evening esol
Evening ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) is a program run by parishioners of The Falls Church Anglican. Its goals are to teach English to speakers of other languages, provide them with context for community, and show them the love of Jesus. Classes are held Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 9pm. Two semesters are offered, running from September through December and January through April. Additionally, a shorter May through June session is also offered. You can serve once or twice a week as a teacher, assistant, host, or administrative supporter. This is a great way to offer tangible help and build relationships with our neighbors.
Get involved
Teach a Class – Only requirements are knowing how to speak English and being ready to build new relationships. Those who already have experience teaching ESOL students (or would be willing to take a 1-day training to teach English) are welcome to teach. This person will be responsible for preparing and leading classroom lessons and discussions with the help of Assistants and Conversation Partners, using various provided resources and books. (one or two evenings a week)
Assist the Teacher outside the Classroom – Provide help preparing lessons, offering suggestions for teaching, suggest teaching games, etc. – use expertise you have already learned in the classroom, but do not have the time or availability to teach each week. (once a month or more often if possible)
Assist the Teacher in the Classroom - Provide support to teachers during class by working with a small group or an individual needing extra help with lessons. No previous experience is required except knowledge of English and a willingness to interact with students to build relationships and to enhance the students’ ability to learn. (one or two evenings a week)
Conversation Partner – have conversations and build relationships with individual students using specific topic prompts to give practice for our English learners in a comfortable setting. (at least once a month in the classroom)
Hospitality - In addition to welcoming and interacting with students, prepare the provided simple refreshments for students during the scheduled break time. (once a month or more)
Snacks – Provide light snacks for the students. (at least once a month)
Registration Help - (once a semester- Sept.9, 11, 16, or 18), from 7-9pm
Seasonal Social Events - Assist with student Christmas party and pageant (once a semester) in December
Translation (as needed - what languages can you help with?)
Small Group Opportunity - Provide Dinner for ESOL Students on Oct. 16, Feb. 24, March 26, or on April 28.
Prayer Team – Members take turns gathering up prayer requests from the Prayer Box and sending them out to the rest of the team to pray over each week. (at home)
CONTACT
Terry French