The programs in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) are designed to prepare practicing and prospective teachers, researchers, and leaders with a firm foundation in applied linguistics and language and literacy development to meet the needs of students from diverse backgrounds. Including a substantial field-based component, our TESOL programs are premised on the integration of theory and practice and a reflective model of teaching that incorporates collaboration with colleagues, students, and communities.
Degrees In This Program
Advanced Certificate
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Post-Baccalaureate Study
Learn to teach English around the world by building a strong foundation in second language theory and practice, language pedagogy, and completing internships in various sites throughout the city.
Master of Arts
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Grades K–12, Initial Certification
Engage in rigorous course work and hands-on learning in K–12 education sites as you prepare to teach English to diverse speakers in local and international contexts.
Master of Arts
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Non-Certification
Learn to teach English in local and international contexts through rigorous course work, hands-on learning in adult education sites, and study abroad options.
Master of Arts
World Language Education / Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Dual Certification
Broaden your career options by becoming eligible for both New York initial teaching certification in a world language and TESOL.
Doctor of Philosophy
Applied Linguistics and Multilingual Education
Prepare to conduct original, impactful research on critical issues at the intersections of language, education, and society.
Minor
Teacher Education
Explore a career as a classroom teacher or in fields such as psychology, advocacy, or social work through the study of education and human development in this undergraduate minor.
Faculty
Erica Saldívar García
Clinical Assistant Professor; Director of Teacher Education
Robin E. Harvey
Clinical Associate Professor of TESOL, Bilingual and World Language Education
Heather Woodley
Clinical Associate Professor of TESOL, Bilingual Education, and World Language Education
Related Programs
Bilingual Education
Prepare to work with students from diverse linguistic and educational backgrounds through a career as a K–12 bilingual education teacher or researcher.
World Language Education
Prepare for a career as a teacher of Chinese, French, Italian, Japanese, or Spanish to learners in diverse national and international settings.