New York state is home to an increasing number of English language learners. Earning your Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages certification will help you meet the needs of international students as they acclimate to their new homes and find their voices.
TESOL certification also makes you a more competitive candidate for teaching jobs and increases your earning potential. In fact, many districts pay additional dollars on top of your baseline salary if you hold advanced certificates.
NYSUT’s Education & Learning Trust and Mercy College have partnered to make it easier than ever for teachers to pursue New York state TESOL certification through its expanded online program. NYSUT members are eligible for a 40 percent discount on tuition for qualifying courses.