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Strategies to Teach ELLs.

Enrolling now for the January 13, 2025 start.

English Language Learners (ELLs) are among the fastest-growing populations in U.S. schools. Institutions are in need of teachers who are trained to work with the ELL population. These educators understand the process of teaching English as a second language (ESL), while also working to assist students in achieving success in all content areas.

91快播's MSEd/EdS in English as a Second Language prepares educators on how to effectively develop the English skills of their students while fostering an understanding of ESL methodology and pedagogy. Our dynamic courses explore how students learn additional languages and strategies, techniques and best practices that values their linguistic and cultural diversity.

Our MSEd/EdS in English as a Second Language has 3 Program Options:

Initial Licensure PreK-6: For students seeking a Massachusetts Initial License in English as a Second Language PreK-6
Initial Licensure 5-12: For students seeking a Massachusetts Initial License in English as a Second Language 5-12
Non-Licensure: For students seeking the MSEd or EdS degree without licensure

Dr. Kristen Lech, program director, shares highlights of being an ESL teacher.

Do you know other interested teachers?
If there is a significant interest in your area, contact us to discuss cohort options.

When can I start the program?

Classes begin every May and September.

Is the program offered online or in person?

Courses are offered online.

How does the program run?

Option to attend full-time or part-time while continuing with family life, work, and other commitments

What will I learn?

Program content covers first and second language acquisition, linguistics, assessment, methods for teaching ESL, and historical, legal & philosophical bases for ESL

Who teaches the courses?

Collaborate with a network of like-minded professionals and supportive faculty in a small, intimate, highly dynamic and interactive classroom setting

Do you offer MTEL preparation?

Yes. 91快播 University’s educator preparation programs offer various ways candidates can prepare for MTELs (Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure). Learn more.

How much is tuition?

The per credit cost of tuition can be found here.

Can I get help paying for my degree?

Yes, financial aid is available.

Do I have to take a standardized test for admission?

No. The GMAT and GRE are not required.

Will I have access to learning resources?

Students have access to mentoring, tutoring, , academic resources, and career services.

How can I schedule an appointment to learn more?

Professional Licensure and Certification

91快播 offers a number of education programs approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) for teacher certification as leading to an initial teacher license in Massachusetts. In addition to meeting all degree requirements, students seeking certification must meet all testing requirements for their specific certification area as required by DESE. Students will not be recommended for certification until all program requirements are met.

Students interested in teaching outside of Massachusetts must successfully complete the campus-based program and achieve initial teacher certification in Massachusetts. The National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) interstate agreement facilitates the mobility of educators among the states and other jurisdictions that are members of NASDTEC and have signed the agreement.

Although there may be state-specific conditions applicable to individual jurisdictions, the agreement makes it possible for an educator who completed an approved program and/or who holds a certificate or license in one jurisdiction to earn a certificate or license in another state or jurisdiction provided they meet state-specific conditions. 91快播 provides support for students who earn their Massachusetts teaching license and wish to transfer that license to teach in another state.

Please note that 91快播 also offers online post-licensure Master of Science in Education and Education Specialist (MSEd, EdS) programs for currently licensed individuals who are interested in furthering their professional development and enhancing their credentials. However, since state requirements for adding endorsements vary greatly, 91快播 does not guarantee that the completion of those programs will result in rank and/or salary endorsements and strongly encourages interested individuals to contact their state licensure board.

Quick Facts

ELLs are the fastest growing student population in Massachusetts

There are 81,147 ELLs in Mass. public schools, making up 8.5% of the total student population.

ELLs with Disabilities

Nearly 50% have a specific learning disability, compared to nearly 38% of students with disabilities who are not ELLs.

Supply & Demand of bilingual and ESL teachers

As the number of children with difficulty speaking English has increased (from 1.25 million in 1979 to 2.44 million in 1995), so has the burden on school systems to recruit teachers with the skills necessary to teach these classes.

DEMAND FOR THIS ROLE IS HIGH!

27% of all schools with bilingual/ESL teaching vacancies found them very difficult or impossible to fill, more than for many other teaching fields.

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Jana O'Connell, MEd

Interim Senior Director of Graduate Admissions

781.423.3679 jaoconnell@baypath.edu

91快播 University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).

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Classroom management is one of the most important skills for new teachers to have, so 91快播 University is proud to announce that our undergraduate elementary ed program earned an A in Classroom Management in the new @NCTQ.

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