TESOL Germany is applying to become a registered non-profit association based in Wuppertal, Germany.
TESOL Germany connects educators, teacher trainers, and researchers committed to advancing English language teaching for speakers of other languages. We foster professional growth, collaboration, and innovation by bridging research and practice across diverse teaching contexts. Our network empowers members to exchange ideas, develop expertise, and inspire learners—all while promoting effective, inclusive language education in Germany.
Here, you may learn more about our goals, our board (Vorstand) and the association’s statutes (Vereinssatzung).
TESOL = Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Our goals
TESOL Germany is dedicated to promoting excellence and innovation in English language teaching by supporting educators, trainers, and researchers throughout Germany. Our goals include fostering collaborative professional development, bridging research with everyday classroom practice, and inspiring new ideas to advance the field of TESOL.
We create opportunities for teachers to learn from one another, engage in meaningful dialogue, and develop expertise for diverse learning contexts.
We firmly adhere to democratic values and believe in the vital importance of transparent knowledge exchange, respect, and principles of diversity. By embracing openness and inclusion, TESOL Germany actively cultivates a supportive community where every voice is valued and educational progress is driven by mutual trust and shared experience.
The Board (Vorstand)
Our board (Vereinsvorstand):
| Dr. Constanze Dreßler | First Chairperson |
| Prof. Dr. David Gerlach | Second Chairperson |
| Dr. Nadine Wenke | Board Member |
| Ijlal Görgülü | Treasurer |
Our founding members:
- Dr. Nora Benitt
- Dr. Constanze Dreßler
- Prof. Dr. David Gerlach
- Ijlal Görgülü
- Prof. Dr. Annika Kolb
- Dr. Rebecca Schlieckmann
- Dr. Nadine Wenke
Association statutes (Vereinssatzung)
You will be able to download our association’s statutes as soon as we have been registered as an ‚eingetragener Verein‘.