Teach English to Speakers of Other Languages
Pursue your interest in helping non-English speakers learn to speak and use the English language with the ESOL graduate degree at SNHU. The ESOL graduate degree is designed for those who wish to teach English to speakers of other languages in public or private schools. With the growing demand for ESOL and bilingual education, career opportunities in this field are excellent.Earn K-12 Certification
The Master of Education in ESOL is an initial licensure program for aspiring teachers who wish to become New Hampshire-certified to teach ESOL in grades K-12. These teachers may teach in self-contained ESOL classrooms or in “pull-in/push out” classrooms teaching English for speakers of other languages who are in some mainstream classes.The ESOL graduate degree also is ideal for certified elementary and secondary teachers seeking additional endorsement and credentials. This added credential provides mainstream teachers with the knowledge to support English language learners in mainstream classrooms.
The ESOL graduate degree is available at the SNHU Manchester campus, an easy commute from communities throughout the region.
Advantages of the MEd in ESOL
- Earn New Hampshire certification as an ESOL teacher.
- An affordable Master of Education program offered by a respected, private, non profit university.
- Excellent job prospects, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
- No GMAT or GRE required for admission.
- Learn effective ESOL teaching practices from accomplished instructors who have spent years in the classroom.
- One-to-one personalized support from an academic advisor.
- Graduate in two years, with two courses per 11-week term.
Education programs are accredited by:
- Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges
- New Hampshire Postsecondary Education Commission
- New Hampshire State Department of Education for Teacher Certification