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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages with Credential, MA

The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) programs, housed in the International and Multicultural Education Department, are dedicated to understanding formal and informal education within its sociocultural, linguistic, and political contexts around the world.

Accepting for Spring 2025

Become a Teacher Resident

Teach alongside an experienced mentor teacher for a year in the Jefferson Elementary School District (JESD) while completing coursework toward your California Teaching Credential. You'll receive financial support to help cover the cost of tuition and hiring priority in JESD.

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Degree Requirements & Program Learning Outcomes

Your Teacher Education Experience

  • Curriculum is designed to integrate academic coursework with field experience.
  • Programs prepare graduates to assume leadership roles in both public and private schools.
  • Students work closely with the teacher education faculty, who are committed to social justice and community.
  • Our classes are small compared with other teacher education programs. Completion of the teaching credential and Master of Arts in Teaching is typically 4 to 5 semesters. Students enrolled in our other master's programs will need more time to complete all requirements.

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages with Credential, MA

M. Sedique Popal, Program Coordinator
Hours

Mon.–Fri. 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.