Leadership in Teaching: TESOL
MA
Certificate, Certification
The Master of Arts in Leadership in Teaching: TESOL program provides advanced study for certified professionals who wish to become leaders in teaching English as a second or foreign language through graduate study in pedagogy, linguistics, cross-cultural communication, and second language teaching methodology. The curriculum covers leadership in both theory and practice, how to assess for second language skills, ways to integrate technology to enhance learning, and the principles of linguistics.
Program Location
Program Options
Notre Dame offers several options to study TESOL at the graduate level:
Certified Teachers
- MA in Leadership in Teaching: ESOL for experienced teachers who already hold a K-12 state certification (in ESOL or another area)
- Post-Baccalaureate Certificate for certified and non-certified individuals who hold a bachelor's degree
- Post-Master's Certification for certified teachers who already hold a master's degree
Non-Certified Individuals
- MA in TESOL for non-teachers who want either initial K-12 certification or to teach in a post-secondary environment
- MA in TESOL for Peace Corps volunteers who have taught English abroad as part of their service
- Post-Baccalaureate Certificate for certified and non-certified individuals who hold a bachelor's degree
http://catalog.ndm.edu/graduate-catalog/school-of-education/ma-in-teaching-english-to-speakers-of-other-languages
What to Expect Studying at Notre Dame of Maryland University
As a nationally recognized TESOL program, you can expect to benefit from small class sizes, expert faculty, and practical field experiences.
Flexible Class Schedules
Work with an advisor to develop a personalized program plan:
- Many courses available online.
- Courses offered in the evenings at times convenient for working adults.
- Occasional courses available on Saturdays.
Education Careers
Notre Dame is one of the state’s largest and most significant private providers of teacher education.