You can earn either a

TESOL or Bilingual K-12

Certification
You will enroll in a 15
Credit Program
completed over three
semesters
You will receive a 75%
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tuition discount
You will work with
ST JOHN’S CLINICALLY RICH PROGRAM experienced mentors
Candidate Qualifications
Becoming a Certified TESOL or Bilingual Teacher
St. John’s is participating in the State of New York Clinically Rich ➢ GPA of 3.0 M.A. in
Program. Teachers with an initial certification can earn an Education or a related
additional certification in either TESOL or Bilingual Education. field
➢ A written
recommendation from
Scan and email prescreening application to dekayd@stjohns.edu or your Principal
murphya3@stjohns.edu. Acceptance is contingent upon approval ➢ Matriculation into
of Project Committee and Graduate Admissions. Continuation in program
the program is based on strict compliance with Project Mandates. ➢ Scholarship approval

The program is 15 credits and will be completed over two

semesters. The New York State Grant covers 25 percent of tuition
cost and another 50 percent is covered by St. John’s University.
Students pay approximately $5,500 for the 15-credit program.
 Frequently Asked Questions

The Clinically Rich Program is a unique program that allows

➢ General education teachers to earn a second K-12 certification in Teaching English as a
Second Language (TESOL) or Bilingual Education.
➢ Participants to continue teaching as they develop new classroom skills.
➢ Participants to share their knowledge with other general education teachers.
➢ Work with TESOL or Bilingual mentors in their schools to apply their new skills.

How long is the program?

➢ The program consists of five courses. Two courses are taken during two semesters; the
last course is taken during the summer.
➢ The academic courses are offered one night a week on Wednesdays from 5:00 to 9:10.
Special arrangements are available for students who may have difficulties getting to the
St. John’s Queens campus.

What are the requirements to become certified as a TESOL or bilingual teacher?

➢ The state requires each applicant to take specific tests.
➢ All applicants are required to complete 12 credits of a foreign language.
➢ Bilingual applicants are required to be proficient in the foreign language and are required
to take the BEA (Bilingual Education Assessment) exam upon completion.

How much will the program cost?

➢ The tuition is approximately 50% of the regular tuition for St. John’s University.

What are the St. John’s admission requirements?

➢ All applicants must have at least a 3.0 grade point average
➢ All applicants must have an initial teaching certification.

What are the Clinically Rich Program course requirements?

➢ All students must have at least a 3.0 average.
➢ Applicants must demonstrate that they can apply what they learned in the courses in the
classroom.
➢ All applicants must attend an orientation program. All students must participate in a
Professional Development session during the semester.
 Clinically-Rich Intensive Teacher Institute – Bilingual Education (CR-ITI-BE)

GENERAL EDUCATION TEACHERS:

Bilingual Education Extension (15 Credits)

Course Titles Course Descriptions

EDU 9002 Psychology This course explores the social and psychological aspects of
and Sociology of bilingualism in the context of current theory and research on first-
Language and and second-language acquisition and use from birth through
Bilingualism adolescence. Students trace the development of teaching ESOL
and bilingual instruction from Skinner, Piaget, Vygotsky, to
Krashen. This course focuses on the need for students to have
confidence in their abilities to learn.
EDU 9005 Teaching Theoretical and practical aspects of teaching English to speakers of
English to Speakers of other languages and dual language instruction for all age groups
Other Languages and and language proficiency levels.
Dual Language
Instruction
EDU 9009 EDU Teaching Prepares students with the necessary skills for teaching science,
Strategies in the ESL and mathematics, and social studies through English as a second
Bilingual Classroom: language and, as a means for improving English language skills in
Science, Mathematics the bilingual setting.
and Social Studies
EDU 9010 Linguistics for This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles of
Teachers of English descriptive and theoretical linguistics and the application of
Language (ELL) and linguistic analyses to the teaching of language to English Language
Exceptional Learners Learners including those with disabilities, and those with
exceptional abilities.
EDU 9012 Methods of Methods of adapting and utilizing instruments to assess language
Language and Academic proficiency and cultural learning to TESOL, bilingual education and
Assessment for ELLs and exceptional learners with second language competencies.
Exceptional Learners
 Clinically-Rich Intensive Teacher Institute – Bilingual Education (CR-ITI-BE)

GENERAL EDUCATION TEACHERS:

TESOL Education Extension (15 Credits)

Course Titles Course Descriptions

EDU 9002 Psychology and This course explores the social and psychological aspects of
Sociology of Language and bilingualism in the context of current theory and research on first-and
Bilingualism second-language acquisition and use from birth through
adolescence. Students trace the development of teaching ESOL
and bilingual instruction from Skinner, Piaget, Vygotsky, to Krashen.
This course focuses on the need for students to have confidence in
their abilities to learn.
EDU 9003 Literacy This course focuses on the methods teachers use to teach literacy
Development for First and to first and second language learners. It includes learning through
Second Language Learners various aesthetic experiences. Teachers are taught how to analyze
Education their students’ needs and design classes to meet these specific
needs. This course focuses on how the New York State Next
Generation P-12 Learning Standards are applied in ELA.
EDU 9004 Content Area This course explores the differences between western and Eastern
Instruction for education. Students explore different ways of learning. It focuses
Linguistically/Culturally on the Cognitive Academic Language Learning Approach (CALLA)
Diverse Learners and approaches to reach Students with Interrupted Formal
Education (SIFE). To apply these teaching methods, students are
required to create unique lessons designed to emphasize their
multilingual learners’ strengths. This course specifically focuses on
the New York State Next Generation P-12 Learning Standards.
EDU 9010 Linguistics for This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles of
Teachers of English descriptive and theoretical linguistics and the application of linguistic
Language (ELL) and analyses to the teaching of language to English Language Learners
Exceptional Learners including those with disabilities, and those with exceptional abilities.
EDU 9012 Methods of Methods of adapting and utilizing instruments to assess language
Language and Academic proficiency and cultural learning to TESOL, bilingual education and
Assessment for ELLs and exceptional learners with second language competencies.
Exceptional Learners
 Advanced Certificate in TESOL or a Bilingual Extension
Pre-Screening CRITI APPLICATION

Name: _____________________________________ Date: ___________________________________

Address: ___________________________________ Current School:__________________________

Phone (H):__________________________________ Cell: ___________________________________

TESOL Advanced Certificate _______________
Email:______________________________________ Bilingual Extension ______________

Educational Background:

Graduate Degree and year: __________________________________________________________________________

School where conferred and GPA: ____________________________________________________________________

Teaching Experience: Give positions and exact dates

District School Grade(s) Date of Service

New York State Certification(s) held:_______________________________________________

To obtain New York State Certification all TESOL candidates must have 12 college credits in one or more other languages prior to
completion of the program. These 12 credits can be earned through on-line courses, undergraduate or graduate courses or any
combination thereof. It is also possible to demonstrate language proficiency by taking the CLEP exam.

Applicant signature: ____________________________________________________________________

Principal’s signature: ____________________ Print Principal’s Name: ________________

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