Education Associate: The Bilingual Child, AA

Department: Education & Language Acquisition

Room: B-Building, B-234

Phone: (718) 482-5640

ELA@lagcc.cuny.edu

About

The Bilingual Child major prepares students to teach children in transitional bilingual education and dual-language programs in New York State public schools. The degree focuses on teaching Spanish-speaking children in Grades 1-6. Candidates for admission are expected to demonstrate oral and written proficiency in Spanish equivalent to ELS105 Spanish for Fluent Speakers I.

Program Requirements

The Bilingual Child program has courses that require field experience hours designed to integrate theory and practice. The intent of these experiences is to involve students in the educational life of the classroom, to let them experience a variety of school settings and to learn beginning skills in a teaching role. Through this experiential component, students will have the opportunity to clarify their personal goals, gain insight into the teaching profession and make informed career decisions about continuing in the field of urban education.

All Education and TESOL students at LaGuardia Community College must be registered in the New York City Department of Education (NYCDOE) Personnel Eligibility Tracking System (PETS) database specifically for LaGuardia Community College students and Fingerprinted by the NYCDOE before registering for an education course. Click here for New York City Department of Education (NYCDOE) Fingerprint Verification and Security Clearance Requirements.

Degree Requirements

Degree Map

Semester 1 Courses	Semester 1 To-Do Items
EDF101 First Year Seminar for Education ENG101 English Composition I (or ENA101) (Required Core) MAT107/123 or MAT120/119 (Required Core) ELS204 Latin American Civilizations* * Most students will self-place into 204, but some students may place into ELS105 Spanish for Heritage Speakers which can be taken for the Flexible Core. ELL101 Introduction to Language	In FYS, start a transfer and career plan Explore career resources – Career Connect, Focus2 (code: red hawk), Vault, & Career Coach Attend transfer and career fairs or related events Join Future Educators Club (contact Pro Director) Complete required fieldwork pre-semester documentation (mandatory training, fingerprint and background check, and submit proof of completed background check or letter of employment)

Semester 1 Courses

Semester 1 To-Do Items

EDF101 First Year Seminar for Education
ENG101 English Composition I (or ENA101) (Required Core)
MAT107/123 or MAT120/119 (Required Core)
ELS204 Latin American Civilizations*
* Most students will self-place into 204, but some students may place into ELS105 Spanish for Heritage Speakers which can be taken for the Flexible Core.
ELL101 Introduction to Language

In FYS, start a transfer and career plan
Explore career resources – Career Connect, Focus2 (code: red hawk), Vault, & Career Coach
Attend transfer and career fairs or related events
Join Future Educators Club (contact Pro Director)
Complete required fieldwork pre-semester documentation (mandatory training, fingerprint and background check, and submit proof of completed background check or letter of employment)

Semester 2 Courses	Semester 2 To-Do Items
ENG102 English Composition II (Required Core) ELE110 Arts in Education (15hrs observation) SSH106 World History from 1500 to Present ELS200/201 Latin American Literature I/II** or SSS100 Intro to Sociology (FC-R) SCB101, SCC101 or SCP140 Biology, Chemistry or Astronomy (Required Core)	Work on resume, cover letter & LinkedIn profile Research transfer and scholarships Complete Career and Transfer Online Workshops Join/follow a professional organization (example) Apply to NYC Men Teach or become an NYC para In ELN120, ELE110, SSY105, ELE200 & 203, you will gain hands-on experience in a NYC public school through a field experience

Semester 3 Courses	Semester 3 To-Do Items
ELN123 Foundations of Bilingual Ed. (15hrs observation) SSY105 Learning & Education (25hrs observation) ELS200/201 Latin American Literature I/II** or SSS100 Intro to Sociology (Recommended for Flexible Core) ELS210 Advanced Spanish Composition SSP101 Power & Politics or SSH101/102 American History (Recommended for Flexible Core)	Attend NYC schools career info sessions/events Volunteer at a library, community center, or school Think about a role in one of LaGuardia’s Peer Programs or other on-campus opportunities such as the Modern Language Lab or the Reading Lab Meet with Program Director to review transfer options. Finalize transfer plans & apply

Semester 4 Courses	Semester 4 To-Do Items
ELE203 Language & Literacy in Childhood Education (Capstone) (15hrs observation) ELL220 Sociolinguistics Flexible Core Course SCG120 Oceanography or SCP160 Foundations of Physical Science (Required Core) HUC106 Public Speaking (Recommended for Flexible Core)	Update resume, cover letter & LinkedIn profile Apply to become a CUNY Reading Corps Tutor (needed for ELE203) Attend and/or present at the CUNY Education Conference or LAGCC Undergraduate Research Day

Register for Intent to Graduate (GRD-OOO) in your final semester.
All students must take an Urban Study course to graduate.

**ELS200 and 201 are recommended if transferring to York College. ELS200 is offered in the Fall and ELS201 is offered in the Spring. These courses do not need to be taken sequentially, so students should enroll in whichever course is offered during their second semester.

Note:
Students must be fingerprinted to take the following courses: ELE110, ELE200, ELE203, ELN123, and SSY105. Please email educationprogram@lagcc.cuny.edu for more information.

Career Possibilities

NYC Public School teachers are required to earn a Master’s Degree within 5 years of Initial Certification for Permanent Certification. Students interested in careers with the Department of Education are encouraged to consult their website for specific information and requirements.

NYC Dept. of Education Teacher’s Assistant/Aide (Teaching Assistant Certificate needed)
Teacher’s Assistant/Aide in Private School or Nursery
Head Teacher in Private School or Nursery
Childcare Worker (Au Pairs, After-school Helpers, etc.)
Recreation Worker/Camp Counselor
Social and Human Service Assistant (Half-way Homes, Prisons, etc.)
Home Visitor for Early Intervention
NYC Dept. of Education Bilingual Teacher (Initial Certification)
Private/Charter School Classroom Teacher
Private Preschool/Child Care Director
NYC Dept. of Education Bilingual Teacher (Permanent Certification with Master’s Degree)
Educational Consultant
Instructional Coordinator
Child and Family Advocate (may require Social Work degree)
Education Administrator/School Principal
College Professor

Transfer Possibilities

There are many options to continue your education and earn a bachelor’s degree and beyond. See some possibilities below and speak to an advisor, faculty member, or Program Director for more support.

Transfer Agreements

LaGuardia has agreements with the programs below that will facilitate transfer:

City College – BSEd in Bilingual Childhood Education
York College, CUNY BA Program – Bilingual Extension (Spanish Only)

Other Transfer Options

Please note, LaGuardia does not have an agreement with these colleges but transfer is still possible:

Queens College – Childhood Education & Spanish (double major)
Related path: Queens College – BA in TESOL: Applied Linguistics (Queens offers a Master’s in Bilingual Education)

Are You Interested In...

How children develop and learn?
How languages are learned by children?
Nurturing, guiding and teaching children?
Social justice issues?
Interpersonal and communication skills?
Creativity and developing critical thinking skills?
Public service?
Developing leadership skills?

Skills You Will Learn

How emergent bilingual children develop and learn
Ways of teaching and assessing bilingual children
How to create effective lesson plans
How to work with culturally and linguistically diverse children and their families

What makes this major unique?

This major focuses on developmentally appropriate practices for emergent bilingual children. Most courses taken to fulfill this major cannot be used to fulfill requirements for other Education majors.

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