Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), MST

A TESOL degree will help you land a job in a continuously growing field

TESOL Master's Degree Programs

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Pace’s Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) programs are designed to prepare students with a multifaceted approach to teaching English language learners (ELLs), an increasing student population that requires a specialized study of language and literacy development, and differentiated instruction for students at all levels. Our TESOL programs will teach you the important elements of education for all, and then hone the skills you will need to start a successful career. Those in our programs find themselves surrounded by like-minded students and faculty, focused on teaching English to children or adult learners.


TESOL Graduate Programs:

  • TESOL MST for those without an undergraduate degree in education who wish to become certified to teach English to grades pre-K-12.
  • TESOL International MS for those who do not seek teacher certification and wish to teach English to adult learners in the U.S or K-12 abroad.
  • Teaching English as a New Language (TENL) MSED for teachers who wish to become certified in ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages) in pre-K-12.


With courses available at both the Westchester and New York City campuses, the TESOL programs focus on the skills needed to teach in multilingual classrooms both in the United States and around the world.
 

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98%
of Pace University School of Education masters graduates are working or pursuing advanced degrees in their chosen field.
$92,696
Average salary for teachers in New York State (Source: nea.org)
#3
special education job placement (Source: Intelligent.com)

Make the move to teaching English to speakers of other languages today

Our TESOL programs offer you:

  • hands-on experience in a variety of school settings
  • strong connections with employers
  • the expertise you need to pass the rigorous NY state teaching exam
  • a degree from a highly reputable program; Pace University students pass the New York state teaching exams at higher rates than the state average

 

Join a Network of Talented and Dedicated Educators

 As one of the alumni of a School of Education graduate program, you will join a network of educators who work throughout the world. Some examples of faculty and graduate projects:

  • Academy of Language and Technology
  • Archdiocese of New York
  • Architecture Engineering & Construction Industries High School
  • Ardsley School District
  • Ascend Charter School
  • Brewster Central & Carmel Central School Districts
  • Briarcliff Manor & Croton School Districts
  • Brookfield Public Schools
  • Brooklyn Friends School
  • Byram Hills High School
  • Child Development Center- Jewish Board Foundation
  • Department of Education
  • Philadelphia School District
  • Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES
  • Ramapo High School
  • Stamford Public Schools
  • Storefront Academy Charter School
  • The Bronx High School of Science
  • West Hempstead High School
  • Xavier High School
  • Yorktown Central School District
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My experience as a Pace University student has been incredible. Pace University’s CSD program has already opened doors for me, and I am excited for what’s to come in the future in my career as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist

– LaChana Flanders ’20
Pace University

About School of Education

For over 50 years, Pace University’s School of Education has prepared students to meet the requirements for teaching certification and to be agents of change committed to student success and lifelong learning. At Pace University School of Education, students receive the tools they need to be
successful educators from faculty who are nationally and internationally renowned for active engagement in progressive research activities. 

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