Bilingual Teacher Initiative
Why become a bilingual teacher at WOU?
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- Students need teachers who are bilingual and trained in the techniques of ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)! Achievement data suggest that English language learners need specialized teaching strategies to perform on par with their peers.
- You can give back to your community by being a teacher. We follow the great tradition of teachers as advocates and activists!
- Teaching is a portable career. Bilingual teachers are more employable in Oregon and nation-wide.
- We provide a unique pre-service opportunity to gain experience with local bilingual K-12 students. Link to Tutor Academy
Teaching endorsement in ESOL and ESOL/Bilingual
- Anyone who speaks another language can pursue the Bilingual/ESOL Endorsement in Oregon.
- Link to learn more about the ESOL and ESOL/Bilingual Endorsements: http://www.wou.edu/esol-bilingual
- If you speak Spanish and are pursuing the Bilingual/ESOL Endorsement, you can also be a part of the Bilingual Teacher Program, which recruits, recognizes, and helps retain Spanish-English bilinguals in teacher preparation programs at WOU. Because there is immediate need for Spanish speaking educators in districts across Oregon, several support services are offered to pre-service teachers, known as Bilingual Fellows, who are pursuing their Bilingual/ESOL Endorsement in Spanish.
Link to: About Bilingual Fellow I, II and III | Benefits for Bilingual Fellows |
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Support and benefits for Bilingual Fellows
| Bilingual Education is considered a high need area. Learn more about The TEACH Grant. |
TEST PREPARATION
- Free preparation for ORELA, CBEST and ESOL tests
- Up to $400 reimbursed for teacher preparation tests
PERSONAL ASSISTANCE
Work with a caring faculty and staff to learn about:
- Upcoming events, local opportunities, and university deadlines
- Opportunities for work study and tutoring in local schools
- Scholarships: Latino-specific list | Study Abroad to Morelia, Mexico | WOU Financial Aid scholarship Web site | The TEACH Grant
- Writing support for Spanish-speakers
- Transfer from a community college
- Jobs
Be eligible for a scholarship to study in Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico. We will pay for your flight! (AHA International) For more about the Morelia program please visit WOU Study Abroad.
Link to testimonials. For more information contact Karie Mize, 503-838-8724.
SPECIAL RECOGNITION
- At the annual Bilingual Fellows event you'll meet bilingual teachers and administrators, hear about university, community, and educational organizations, and enjoy authentic Mexican food.
- At commencement, graduates receive a special stole for the distinction of completing the ESOL/Bilingual endorsement.
Contact me to arrange a meeting!
Dr. Karie Mize
Assistant Professor of ESOL/Bilingual Education
Education Building Room 103
E-mail mizek@wou.edu or bilingualteacher@wou.edu
503-838-8724
