Sunshine’s Secondary ESL Studio

Hi! I’m Sunshine Castro, a high school ESL teacher and creator of Sunshine’s Secondary ESL Studio. I have been teaching high school ESL since 2013. Over the years, I’ve learned that finding engaging, age-appropriate materials for English learner teens isn’t easy—especially when most ESL resources are made for young children or adults. That’s exactly why I started creating my own.

If you want something you can use right away, start with my Free ESL Resources or browse my ESL resources on TpT (including audio-supported materials for teens).

This site was designed with teachers like you in mind—educators who are passionate about helping teen English learners thrive. Whether you’re new to ESL or a seasoned pro, you’ll find resources here that are:

• Classroom-tested

• Standards-aligned

• Designed for teen learners

• Focused on practical, research-based strategies

Not sure where to begin? I recommend starting with my Guide to Teaching ESL High School and then grabbing a freebie or two.

Why this Site is Different

Most advice and materials skip over the unique needs of ESL teens.  But here, everything is tailored specifically for teenagers. From grammar and phonics to academic language and classroom culture, I share tools and strategies that make your teaching life easier – and your students’ learning more effective. 

If you’re building your routine for Teaching ESL High School, you can explore my free teacher freebies or head straight to my best-selling ESL resources on TpT to save planning time.

Teaching ESL high school doesn’t have to be overwhelming. My goal is to save you time while giving your students the support they need to succeed. I’m excited to share my lessons, tips, and strategies with you!

Ready for your next lesson? Start here → Free ESL Resources or Shop TpT Resources