Reading Intervention and English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) or ESOL/Bilingual Add-On Endorsement

These endorsements may be obtained simultaneously. Candidates who earn the Reading Intervention and ESOL dual endorsements will be qualified to teach reading to students pre-kindergarten through grade twelve and English-language learners. Additionally, candidates must pass the state-approved Reading Specialist and ESOL tests, and submit required portfolios, edTPA, or case studies. Those seeking the Bilingual endorsement must achieve a level of High/Intermediate on the ACTFL oral language exam or hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the target language. To qualify for the Reading Intevention and ESOL or Bilingual dual endorsement, candidates must hold a current Teaching License endorsed for the regular or special education classroom, or be enrolled in a pre-service program leading to a Preliminary Teaching License endorsed for the regular or special education classroom.