The 5-Year Dual Degree in Childhood Education and TESOL equips graduates to excel in culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms and ensures compliance with New York State regulations for English Language Learners. This program blends a strong foundation in applied linguistics with practical experience, integrating theoretical knowledge with field-based practice. Graduates are prepared for leadership through reflective teaching and collaboration with colleagues, students, and communities.
- Degree Type
- BSEd/MSEd
- Area of Interest
- Education
- Associated Colleges or Schools
- Program Location
- Queens Campus
- Online
- Required Credit Hours
- 157
Program Benefits
- Ability to complete two degrees in five years
- Ability to take 12-15 graduate credits at the undergraduate tuition rate
- Initial certification in two areas (Childhood Education and TESOL)
The BSEd/MSEd in Childhood Education and TESOL program readies graduates for multicultural and linguistically diverse education settings by integrating dual fieldwork and student teaching experiences with multiple visits to schools with English Language Learners. Equipped with deep knowledge and practical experience concerning a range of English language proficiencies, graduates are well-prepared to excel as teachers, advisors, and program coordinators in linguistically diverse 21st-century classrooms
Department Contact
Audrey F. Murphy, Ed.D.
Coordinator and Associate Professor of TESOL and Bilingual Education
Internationally Renowned Faculty
Our faculty are internationally renowned for their research and teaching in TESOL and Bilingual Education.
Courses
EDU 101 Introduction to Education (1-12)
(Credit: 1 semester hour)EDU 1000/EDU 1000H Foundations of Education (1-12)
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 1001 Learning and Development-Childhood (1-6)
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 1003 Organizational Strategies & Classroom Environment (1-6)
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 1041 First & Second Language Acquisition and Literacy Development(1-6)
(Credit: 6 semester hours)EDU 1042 Literacy Development for Content Area Reading & Assessment(1-6)
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 1055 The Art of Writing for Educators (1-6)
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 1006 Methods of Teaching Mathematics (1-6)
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 1007 Methods of Teaching Science (1-6)
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 1010 Methods of Teaching Social Studies (1-6)
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 1011 Human Relations in Inclusive & Multiculturalism (1-12)
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 1016 Art/Music in Inclusive Settings (1-6)
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 1027 Education Theory to Practice/Childhood (1-6)
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 1021 Student Teaching and Seminar/Childhood Education (grades 1-6)
(Credit: 12 semester hours)EDU 3220 Approaches, Materials, & Performance Evaluation in Literacy Development*
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 3230 Diagnosis and Recommendations for Lit. Performance*
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 7266 Technology for Teaching Literacy App in Regular & S.E. Settings*
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 9711 Edu and Accom. Needs of Individuals w/ Exceptionalities*
(Credit: 3 semester hours)
*Nine graduate credits taken during four years of undergraduate program.
Total = 54-55 combined credits
Academic Concentrations: 24-30 Credits
Liberal Arts-Core Curriculum: 57 Credits
EDU 9001: Foundations of Bilingual and Second Language Education
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 9002: Psychology and Sociology of Language and Bilingualism
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 9003: Literacy Development for First and Second Language Learners*
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 9004: Content Area Instruction for Linguistically/Culturally Diverse Learners*
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 9006: Human Development in Cross-Cultural Perspective
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 9010: Linguistics for Teachers of English Language and Exceptional Learners*
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 9012: Methods of Language and Academic Assessment for English Language and Exceptional Learners*
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 9014: Practicum and Seminar in TESOL (International students can replace with elective upon advisor approval)*
(Credit: 3 semester hours)EDU 9015: The Structure of the English Language*
(Credit: 3 semester hours)
Classroom Settings for ENL Teachers
Standalone ENL
Ideal if you prefer focused settings, where you'll work with small groups of ELLs, specifically on English language development.
Integrated ENL
If you enjoy collaborative teaching, this setting allows you to co-teach with a content area teacher, integrating English language teaching within broader subject matter.
Content-based Integrated ENL
For those who prefer to teach within their content area, teach English through the content areas studied in your B.S.Ed., using your TESOL skills to enhance language acquisition in subject-specific classes.
Admission
Please see the admission requirements for this dual degree program.
Career Opportunities in TESOL
Teach English and make a significant difference in your students' lives, helping them unlock opportunities in careers, travel, and global citizenship.
Global Demand
English is a dominant global language in business, science, technology, and international relations, creating a consistent demand for qualified English teachers worldwide.
Cultural Exchange
As a TESOL teacher, you will interact with students from various cultural backgrounds, offering a rich opportunity for personal growth and global understanding.
Professional Flexibility
A degree in TESOL opens diverse career paths beyond teaching, including educational consulting, curriculum development, and educational administration, both domestically and internationally.
Student Testimonios
Katherine DeGuzman '23
"The St. John's five-year TESOL program speaks to ongoing issues in the education system, and prepares future educators on how to overcome them to better serve our linguistically diverse students."
