In just one year, you can complete the coursework to earn an official endorsement as a K-12 Bilingual and/or English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher. These endorsements are offered to educators who hold a Type 03, Type 04, Type 09, and/or Type 29 certificate.
The Bilingual Endorsement (BE) would allow you to teach in both bilingual and ESL settings, while the ESL endorsement would allow you to teach in ESL settings only.
Why is DePaul’s program special?
Students completing the endorsement gain skills in designing instruction, evaluating and designing educational materials, and assessing the language development of English learners. In Chicago and elsewhere, the need for these skills grows each year.
Endorsement Options
Bilingual Education Endorsement
- 7 courses, 28 quarter hours
English as a Second Language Endorsement
- 7 courses, 28 quarter hours
Bilingual Education & English as a Second Language Endorsement
- 8 courses, 32 quarter hours
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for the Bilingual Education/ESL Endorsement, students must hold a bachelor degree from an accredited college or university and a valid teaching certificate.
To apply, please submit the following items to the Office of Graduate Admission:
- A completed application
- Application Fee ($40.00)
- A copy of valid teaching certificate
- One official copy transcript(s) from all colleges and universities attended
- Two letters of recommendation from professors or supervisors Interview, if requested by faculty
- Statement of purpose indicating professional development goals and related experiences (750 words)
- Resume or curriculum vitae showing evidence or adequate background for program