K-12 ESL Licensure Program & Licensure via Portfolio Comparison
Check out the two K-12 ESL Licensure Programs to compare which may be right for you.
K-12 ESL Licensure
via Portfolio Pathway
K-12 ESL Licensure Program Pathway
Pathway to Licensure
Criteria
Submit portfolio with evidence of every PELSB ESL standard
Completion of PELSB-approved program through SSC
Eligibility
Tier 3 or 4 licensed teacher seeking an additional license in English as a Second Language (ESL)
Tier 3 or 4 licensed teacher seeking an additional license in English as a Second Language (ESL)
Application Process
Administrator Support
Teaching Experience
Course Requirements
7 required content courses plus a seminar
None required; college-level courses in linguistics, ESL or similar is beneficial to show attainment of standards
Practicum Experience
Coaching Supports
License Submission
Free through 2027 via NPD grant
$300 initial; $200 resubmission; scholarships possible
1 year to complete full program, including coursework and practicum
Up to 100 hours of independent work
Open to any eligible educator
Competitive; limited seats available
May require validation of employment
Requires letter of support
ESL/ELD teaching or other significant work with multilingual learners
Currently employed as an educator
None; must show experience across grade bands (elementary, middle and high school)
80-hour practicum; possible extra 10 hours field experience at additional grade band(s)
By request. Optional monthly collaborative cohort meetings
Scheduled; additional by request
Candidate submits portfolio to PELSB
Recommended to PELSB by SSC