



ESL (English as a Second Language) Program
Training Filipino educators to multiply English literacy across communities, enabling growth and employablity!
A joint initiative of EKB World Ministries, Philippines & Maximus Partners Inc., USA
What is the ESL Program
What ESL Covers
CORE LEARNING AREAS
Speaking & Pronounciation
Conversational fluency, clarity, accent neutralization
Listening Skills
Understanding different accents and contexts
Reading & Vocabulory
Comprehension, professional and academic vocabulary
Writing Skills
Emails, essays, reports, and everyday communication

One teacher trained.
Twenty communities
changed.
Our Train the Trainer model doesn't just teach English - it creates a self-sustaining network of educators. Every Filipino teacher who completes our program becomes a force multiplier, passing on their skills to learners across entire barangays.
1:50
Trainer-to-Learner
Ratio
8 wks
Program
Duration
$50
Trains one educator fully
100%
Community-Volunteer Trainers
Learning that belongs to the community.
EKB's ESL program is built around the community — not the classroom. Classes are held online, in churches, barangay halls, and homes, making English accessible to everyone, regardless of distance, cost, or circumstance.
Held where people already gather
Sessions take place in churches, community halls, and homes — no travel, no fees, no barriers to attend.
Led by someone they already trust
Local trainers know their community's language, culture, and struggles — making lessons relevant and relatable.
Designed to grow from within
As learners gain fluency, the most dedicated become the next generation of trainers — the cycle continues.
How it works (3 steps)
1. Train
EKB trains a cohort of local educators in English fluency & teaching methods
2. Teach
Each trainer delivers ESL classes in their community school or church
3. Reach
Students gain practical English skills for work, study & daily life
Benefits of the ESL Program
Builds Confidence in Spoken English
Enhances Employability and Interview Readiness
Better Workplace and Professional Communication
Improves Global Exposure and Cross Cultural Interaction
Improves Readiness for the Global Marketplace
