DBC Institute

ESL Classes (English as a Second Language)

A ministry of Denison Baptist Church

ELL Classes:  ESL Classes are on Tuesday at 5:00p.m.  

Yes we are looking Volunteers:  ESL Coordinator, Teachers, Teacher Aids, Helpers, Childcare workers.  

Training Available Call for more information: 

 *  Frequently asked Questions  *

 A. What is required to teach a ESL class?  

Answer:  The ability to speak English.  If you speak English you can teach conversational English.   

B. Do I need to know Spanish?

Answer:  No.  It is better if you do not speak Spanish.  

C. How much will be required?

Answer:   A Minimum of 3 hours a week.

D. Will there be various levels of ESL Classes?

Answer:  Yes.  We will begin with a possible of 4 levels of Classes, 1) Beginning English, 2) Growing in English, 3)  Expanding in English and 4) Proficient in English.  The class levels will depend upon the students that come. 

E. Can I teach ESL even though I have never taught English before.

Answer:  Yes.  Sunday March 21, 2010 from 5:30 pm to 8 pm we will provide the training so you can teach ESL classes and demonstrate how you can be part of this new ministry.   

F. Can I be a helper and help another person teach ESL.

Answer:  Yes.  It would be very helpful to have 2 or more per class.  This allows for more individual interaction.    

G. Is the ESL Curriculum provided?  

Answer:  Yes.  We have curriculum that we use.  It is easy to teach from and fun to use. This material is well accepted among churches for teaching ELL Classes.  

H. Is this curriculum Bible based?

Answer:  Yes.  

I. Are non-English speaking students offended by using the Bible?

Answer:  No.  Most students are very excited about using the Bible to learn English.   

J. Can I help if I do not teach? 

Answer:  Yes.  You many be a greeter, a snack host, music coordinator, teacher aid or even help as ELL coordinator. 

K. Is childcare be provided?  

Answer:  Depends.  Before we can offer childcare we need volunteers to serve as childcare workers.  We need childcare for both ministry personal and for the students.  For many mothers who would desire to come and take the class, childcare would be a prerequisite for them to come.   This also may be true for some teachers as well.  Therefore our ability to provide childcare will be dependent upon volunteers who would serve in this ministry.  

L. Do I have to be a member of Denison Baptist Church to be teacher? 

Answer:  No.  You may serve as a teacher in this ministry if you 1) have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ (accepted Him as your Lord and Savior), 2) have a good testimony in the community and 3) are in agreement with our statement of faith at Denison Baptist Church.  

M. Do I have to be a member of Denison Baptist Church to be a helper or Teacher Aid?  

Answer:  No.

For more information about the DBC Institute please stop by our office at 31 S. 14th Street or call us at 712-263-4461.