Field Experience - An optional component of the 12 credit certificate program

Beginning Winter Quarter 2010, S-TESL students will be encouraged to complete ten hours of field experience in an ESOL classroom as part of the 12 credit TESOL certificate program. The verification of the field experience will be submitted to the director. The TESOL student may apply for the verification of field experience at the time of application for the TESOL certificate or separately. At least 12 credits of S-TESL coursework must be completed prior to applying for the field experience component.  

The TESOL student must submit the following:

• Field experience verification form (completed by host teacher)
• Reflection sheet
• Cover sheet
• A Seattle University transcript of your School of Teaching ESL coursework.

The School of TESL Director will write a letter verifying the specific courses the student completed and the field experience. This letter – in conjunction with the certificate – will be useful to graduates when applying for teaching positions that require evidence of classroom experience.

Download the Field Experience Packet for guidelines, FAQs, and essential forms.