posted on January 1, 2026
aXcess: Opening Doors by Teaching English in Africa
Teaching ESL has served as a way to have a meaningful presence in the community, meeting a desire that many people have to learn English. We have seen that this work has also given the opportunity for people to develop relationships in the community. The applicant should expect to teach classes multiple times a week and use the time outside of class to prepare lessons and meet with students or engage in other community connections.
Position Type
- International worker (IW)–aXcess–Vocational Track or Clergy Track
- Creative-access country (CAC)
- Single or couple
- Church planting, discipleship, education, evangelism, ESL/TESOL
Responsibilities:
- Prepare lessons and teach classes
- Build relationships through teaching English
- Engage with students through practices of hospitality and cultural events
- Pray and listen to the Holy Spirit regarding how and when to build bridges to the gospel
- Engage in continued professional formation in ESL
Ministry Location Information:
We are situated in a large urban environment with many stores and shops available. Power and water are available through the public system. There are infrequent power cuts for short durations. Appliances such as stoves, refrigerators, air conditioners, and smaller kitchen appliances are readily available here. Currently, there is little-to-almost-no Kingdom presence with the majority population. While it may exist, we do not know of any groups of believers in the majority population. The city is located along the coast in between desert and coastal climates.
Characteristics of International Workers:
- Spiritual maturity
- Holistic health
- Confirmation of call
- Ministry experience
- Education and work experience
- Cross-cultural awareness
Required Qualifications:
Vocational Track
- Completion of the World Perspectives Mission Course (minimum of certificate level) or equivalent
- Minimum of two years of ministry experience
- Minimum of two years of relevant work experience
Clergy (Consecration & Ordination) Track
- Completion of Alliance ordination/consecration
- Completion of at least 30 hours of Bible/theology/ministry
- Minimum of two years successful Alliance Licensed Ministry Experience
- 15 hours of intercultural/missions studies
- If married, one spouse must meet the clergy track requirements, and the other spouse must meet either the clergy OR vocational track requirements
Both Vocational and Clergy Tracks
- Completion of Alliance Polity course
- A recognized bachelor’s degree
- A minimum Modern Language Aptitude Test (MLAT) score of 65
- Preference will be given to candidates with prior training and/or certification in teaching ESL (if a candidate does not have prior experience, programs are available to gain this)
Language Expectations:
Language is an essential part of ministry. Those who do not know the language will attend a language study program. The goal will be to speak, read, and write the language at a functional level in order to mentor, teach, and train others.
The international worker will be expected to complete a year of formal French training in a language school in France. After this, they will complete two years of intensive language and culture study in the local dialect.
Health Considerations:
There are some local health clinics and hospitals within the city. However, the quality of care is not on par with what one would expect in a developed country. For example, most international workers leave the country to deliver their babies safely elsewhere. Some medications are available at local pharmacies.
Expectations for Spouse:
Spousal roles vary based on the spouse’s gifts, training, and abilities as well as the needs of the team. It is expected that both spouses will be meaningfully involved in meeting ministry objectives depending on the nature of family roles, children, etc.
Children’s Education:
There are good international and French schools available in the city. Families have also enjoyed homeschooling and participating in homeschool co-ops. The team already includes several children, and they are more than willing to discuss educational options that would fit the candidate’s needs.
Compensation Package
The successful applicant(s) will receive a full compensation package with the expectation that, once appointed, efforts will be made to raise a portion of support costs through the applicant’s network of friends, family, local church, or other resources. Information on support costs will be made available upon application. Training and/or coaching in fundraising is available.
Whole-Life Health
As part of an evangelical denomination, we are committed to biblical holism, which is modeled and reflected through our work. Due to this commitment, part of the required qualifications includes optimal emotional, spiritual, and physical health. These will be assessed during the application process.
Important Clarification
Applicant(s) should be aware that serving in the international world often requires a higher degree of grace and flexibility. For example, overseas teams can be suddenly and unexpectedly impacted by illness, government decisions, financial realities, team changes, or other factors beyond the team’s control. The challenge for applicants is that these factors can sometimes necessitate the sudden redefining of a position, which may take place before, during, or after the application/interview process has begun or is completed.
Questions?
Please email the IPO office at [email protected].