Associate of Arts in
TESOL
On-Campus
TESOL
On-Campus
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Transfer up to 75% of your program credits
Transfer up to 75% of your program credits
Build a Rewarding Career with an A.A. in TESOL
Helping learners acquire a second language deeply changes lives. Cornerstone University’s Associate of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) offers foundational training in English-language instruction, cross-cultural communication and classroom preparation. It is ideal for those who want to further their career capabilities in education or ministry, or take the first step toward a future degree. Taught from a Christian worldview, you will expand your English teaching capabilities while growing spiritually, grounding you for Christ-centered, community, and global impact.
For information about obtaining an undergraduate education degree with a minor in TESOL, explore our B.A. in Elementary Education or B.A. in Secondary Education.
Develop Market-Ready Skills with an A.A. in TESOL Degree
Gain valuable teaching English as a second language capabilities applicable to traditional and adult education or ministry settings through our curriculum, including a practicum in a local ESL setting. Strengthen your resume skills, including:
English Language Instruction – Teach reading, writing, listening, and speaking to English language learners.
Lesson Planning – Design engaging, age-appropriate lessons tailored to diverse learner needs.
Classroom Management – Create a positive and productive learning environment.
Cross-Cultural Communication – Navigate cultural differences with sensitivity and effectiveness, including strengths in decision-making and problem-solving.
Grammar and Linguistics – Understand English structure to explain it clearly to learners.
Assessment and Evaluation – Measure student progress using appropriate tools and strategies.
Technology Integration – Use digital tools and platforms to enhance language instruction.
Christian Worldview Integration – Apply biblical principles professionally and personally in teaching and serving diverse communities.
Influential Careers with an Associate of Arts in TESOL Degree
- ESL Teaching Assistant
- Community ESL Instructor
- Private English Tutor
- Missionary English Teacher
- Adult Literacy Instructor
- Church-Based ESL Program Leader
- Bilingual Classroom Support Aide
- Online ESL Instructor
Your Degree Starts Here
Start your degree at one of the most affordable Christian universities in the region. An admissions counselor is ready to help you begin the enrollment process.
- Apply — our application is free.
- Set goals — your admissions counselor is here to guide you.
- Maximize your credits — you could transfer in up to 75% of your degree credits.
- Discover affordability — scholarships and grants are available for qualified students.
