English as a Second Language Endorsement

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English as a Second Language Endorsement

This program may be completed as a standalone endorsement or through the Master of Education in Leadership in Teaching and Learning program.

Throughout the 12-month program, Midland students pursuing an ESL endorsement will gain strategies and techniques for working with diverse student populations in a range of settings for immediate application.

This endorsement is completed at the graduate level, provided the student holds a teaching certificate. Individuals with this endorsement may teach English as a Second Language (ESL) in the grade levels that they are prepared. This can be a PK-12, PK-6, or 7-12 endorsement.

*This program is 36 credit hours if paired with an MEd

**Number of credit hours depends on the Area of Emphasis

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Meghan Christensen

Enrollment Specialist
Email Address: christensenm@midlandu.edu 
Phone Number: 402-941-6079

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Eleanore Sell

Academic Advisor & CRM Analyst
Email Address: sell@midlandu.edu
Phone Number: 402-719-6430

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Program Learning Outcomes

Students will:

1. Analyze policies, principles, research, and theories related to the structure and acquisition of language to help English Language Learners (ELLs) develop language and literacy skills.
2. Guided by research and theory focused on the nature and role of culture and cultural groups, create supportive learning environments for ELLs.
3. Design and implement evidence-based practices related to identification, assessment, curriculum, and instruction for ELLs. 
4. Collaborate with stakeholders of the school community to improve the learning environment, provide support, and advocate for ELLs and their families.

Curriculum & Learning Environment

Designed around a teacher’s demanding schedule, the ESL endorsement program can be completed 100% online with asynchronous coursework throughout. With the help of this program, students can immediately apply what they are learning to their profession each day because of our flexible online class structure.

Throughout the 12-month, program, students will complete five courses (15 credits) and 45+ field hours*. Classes start in the summer each year. Our program modules run from Monday through Sunday, with the bulk of assignments due on Sunday to allow teachers to plan around their demanding work schedules.

Coursework

View the academic catalog for a complete list of courses for the ESL Endorsement.

Experienced Faculty

With multiple years of combined K-12 teaching and leadership experience, our ESL faculty challenge student thinking and allow students to share authentic experiences to enrich learning.

Practicum Experience

During the practicum experience, candidates will have the opportunity to complete field hours in an ESL setting. In this course, candidates will select a variety of assignments related to their practicum experience.

The grade levels for the practicum must correspond with the endorsement being sought.

Please note: Endorsements offered at the graduate level are based on the Rule 24 Standards for the State of Nebraska. Nebraska endorsements may or may not be eligible to be added to out-of-state teaching certificates. Teachers seeking to add an endorsement to their out-of-state teaching certificate must consult with their state’s Department of Education to confirm endorsement and certification requirements in their state. 

Already taken some ESL courses?

Midland allows students to transfer previous graduate-level ESL coursework into this program. Connect with an enrollment specialist to discuss any previous coursework completed to see if it may transfer.

English as a Second Language Endorsement Partners

The Walker School of Education is proud to partner with area schools to promote an English as a Second Language endorsement for teachers and paraprofessionals that will improve student achievement. 

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If you are a teacher at one of the schools listed below, please reach out to the contact at your school before completing an application.

• Bellevue Public Schools – Sue Fjelstad, susan.fjelstad@bpsne.net
• Millard Public Schools – Kara Hutton, khutton@mpsomaha.org
• Omaha Public Schools – Jaimie Cogua, Jaimie.Cogua@ops.org
• Ralston Public Schools- Stacy Athow, Stacy_Athow@Ralstonschools.org

Interested in becoming a partner? Visit the Graduate & Online Partnerships page to learn more.