Bilingual Educator Endorsement, Basic Certificate
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TRProgram Code: 0428
The purpose of the Education Department Bilingual Educator Endorsement (BEE) program is to prepare teachers, administrators, and school service professionals who hold an Illinois Professional Educators License to meet the state endorsement requirements for the BEE. The BEE certificate will prepare teachers to teach in Bilingual classrooms in which instruction is provided in English and the students’ home language. The coursework in this certificate is specifically aligned to meet the linguistics, development, education, methods, and cultural content requirements of the state endorsements including electives and a BEE practicum experience. The Education Department believes that these endorsements are of particular importance as the number of Bilingual students in Illinois is projected to continue to rise, and there is a declared Bilingual teacher shortage. The BEE certificate will prepare teachers who have tested as proficient in a foreign language to teach in bilingual settings.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Program Core | ||
| EDUC 220 | Theoretical Foundations of 2nd Language Acquisition and Learning | 3 |
| EDUC 221 | Methods and Materials for Teaching ESL in PK-12 | 3 |
| EDUC 222 | Methods & Materials for Teaching ESL in PK-12 Bilingual | 3 |
| EDUC 223 | Assessment of the Second Language Learner | 3 |
| EDUC 224 | Cross Cultural Studies for Teaching Limited English Proficient Students | 3 |
| Required Work-Based Learning Courses | ||
| EDUC 225 | Bilingual and ESL Practicum | 3 |
| Total Hours | 18 | |
Pathway
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Bilingual Educator Endorsement. This does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn a Basic Certificate (BC).
Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 220 | Theoretical Foundations of 2nd Language Acquisition and Learning | 3 |
| EDUC 221 | Methods and Materials for Teaching ESL in PK-12 | 3 |
| EDUC 222 | Methods & Materials for Teaching ESL in PK-12 Bilingual | 3 |
| EDUC 223 | Assessment of the Second Language Learner | 3 |
| EDUC 224 | Cross Cultural Studies for Teaching Limited English Proficient Students | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| EDUC 225 | Bilingual and ESL Practicum | 3 |
| Hours | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 18 | |
Choose your courses with your College Advisor.
Admission Requirements:
- Undergrad degree holders
- Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
- Pass Target Language Proficiency test through ISBE
Careers
This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
Job Description
Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in basic education, literacy, or English as a Second Language classes, or in classes for earning a high school equivalency credential.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $31,756 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $53,437 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $101,503 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $15 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $26 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $49 |
Annual Job Openings
75 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 11.38% |
| A certificate | 0.00% |
| Some college | 3.28% |
| An Associate degree | 11.38% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 52.22% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 21.75% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
73.97% continue their education beyond an associate degree
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