Teaching English as a Second or International Language

The Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) minor prepares candidates for becoming K-12 ESL teachers and attaining the K-12 ESL license. This program includes both foundational coursework as well as a student teaching experience. This license is most often sought in conjunction with another licensure area, the most common combinations being with Elementary Education, K-12 World Languages, Secondary Social Studies, or Secondary Communication Arts (English).

What You’ll Gain

140 hours of field experience working with English Learners from a variety of language and cultural backgrounds in Minnesota
An additional 600 hours of classroom exposure during 16 weeks of student teaching
A background of who English Learners are, and how to help them succeed in academics
A solid understanding of how the English language works, and how to teach it
Opportunities to collaborate with students and teachers who work with English Learners at multiple grade levels between kindergarten and 12 ^th grade
An understanding of immigration trends, policies and program types utilized in Minnesota schools

Coursework

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Admission to TESL Education

Interested in the TESL Education program? Learn about the application process to the department and how to prepare.

Teaching English as an International Language (TEIL)

This minor does not lead to a Minnesota Teaching License. Instead, the TEIL minor prepares students from any major to teach English abroad. This minor does not include a student teaching experience.

What You’ll Gain

Training in English grammar and pronunciation rules for English language teachers
Lesson and activity planning ideas and practice
A supervised clinical teaching experience working with English Learners of an age group that interests you
Advising related to seeking an English teaching job overseas

Coursework

course information

Admission to TEIL Education

Interested in the TEIL Education program? Learn about the application process to the department and how to prepare.

Seeking Licensure

The Teaching English as an International Language is a non-licensure program. CSB/SJU is not approved to recommend candidates that have completed this program for licensure.