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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.
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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.
Notes:
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.
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:
Other Transfer Options
Please note, LaGuardia does not have an agreement with these colleges but transfer is still possible:
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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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