Bachelor of Arts in Education - Early Childhood Education: English as a Second Language Emphasis

University of Arizona

Make a difference in the lives of dual-language youth by majoring in Early Childhood Education with a bilingual endorsement to teach in English and an additional language. This credential allows students to teach in bilingual or dual-language classrooms or traditional settings. Courses, required practicum and student teaching are held at local school sites, where students gain firsthand experience connecting theory and practice through fieldwork. At the placement site, they immerse themselves in the language they have built proficiency in and gain teaching experience with diverse language learners.In addition to a Bachelor of Arts in Education, students also take classes toward an ESL (English as a Second Language) endorsement. With ESL expertise, students have the unique teaching skills necessary to teach all children, including English language learners. This cohort is the default program for our Early Childhood Education students on our Tucson campus.