Teaching English Language Learners, M.S.
The M.S. programs in Teaching English Language Learners (TELL) prepares teachers to be agents of change who work to transform education in ways that will fully serve the needs of English language learners.
The Teaching English Language Learners: Preparation/1st Certification M.S. program is for candidates with a liberal arts or content area major/background, but no existing teacher certification.
The Teaching English Language Learners: Professional program is for candidates with existing New York State initial certification in any teaching area besides English to Speakers of Other Languages (all grades).
Both of these programs meet the academic requirements for both initial and professional New York State teacher certification in English to Speakers of Other Languages (all grades).
Why Teaching English Language Learners at Syracuse?
Complete your degree in 10-14 months of full-time study, or study part time while working with flexible course options – classes are in the evenings to accommodate working teachers.
You will take classes with full time faculty who are deeply involved in educational theory, research, and cutting-edge practices in literacy and development for English language learners (ELLs).
Grounded on the principles that the linguistic and cultural backgrounds of ELLs are valuable resources and that students best acquire and develop English language literacy – speaking, listening, reading and writing-in rich language contexts.
The program aligns with the professional standards of the Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages Organization.
Intensive field experiences provide rich teaching experiences with youth from diverse backgrounds. Through active participation in local area schools, you will collaborate with ESOL teachers in planning, and implementing instruction and assessment.