English as a Second Language
Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in basic education, literacy, or English as a Second Language classes, or in classes for earning a high school equivalency credential.
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Annual Wage Range $36,486 – $79,792 |
Teach languages and literature courses in languages other than English. Includes teachers of American Sign Language (ASL). Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
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Annual Wage Range $49,250 – $183,324 |
Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
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Jobs available locally 11,001 |
Demand Locally +1 % |
Annual Wage Range $49,250 – $183,324 |
Program Level:
Continuing Education
Program Type:
Face-to-Face
Department:
Languages and Philosophy
Institute:
Creative & Communication Arts
College:
SAC
What is the ESL program?This year-long program helps international students, immigrants, professionals and others learn to speak, listen, write and read English. It’s part of the Center for English Language Learning (CELL) at San Antonio College, which prepares non-native English speakers for college or to pursue professional careers. What will I learn?You’ll learn to understand spoken American English; to read written English with fluency and understanding; to speak using Standard American English in work, home and the community, with correct pronunciation; to write using clear grammatical structures; and to understand English grammar to complement your speaking and writing skills. |
What can I do with this course of study?This course of study prepares you to transition to and succeed in college-level classes and develop the communication skills to succeed in English-speaking workplaces and communities. What is special about the program?The Center for English Language Learning at SAC has earned national accreditation from the Commission on English Language Program. As an ESL student you’ll have free access to campus computer laboratories and free tutoring at the Writing Center and other labs on campus. You’ll also have access to workshops and support groups including reading circles, a conversation club, pronunciation practice and other learning opportunities. |
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Accreditation
The English as a Second Language Program at San Antonio College is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation.
The program accreditation was most recently renewed in 2021.
The English as a Second Language Program at San Antonio College located in San Antonio, Texas are accredited by the:
Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
1001 North Fairfax Street, Suite 630
Alexandria, VA 22314 USA
(703) 665-3400
San Antonio College Accreditation
San Antonio College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award Associates and Baccalaureate Degrees. Questions about the accreditation of San Antonio College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Normal inquiries about the institution, such as admission requirements, financial aid, educational programs, etc., should be addressed directly to the college and not to the Commission's office; the Commission is to be contacted only if there is evidence that appears to support an institution's significant non-compliance with a requirement or standard.
San Antonio College was established in 1925 and that year boasted 232 students and 46 instructors. In January of 1951, the college moved to its present location at 1300 San Pedro Avenue, just north of downtown.
Students who wish to view the school’s accreditation and licensing bodies documentation, may inquire at the reserve desk of the Learning Resource Center in the Moody Learning Center.
Contact Us
Linda Silva
Discipline Coordinator
Oppenheimer Academic Center (OC) 130
(210) 486-1715
lsilva@alamo.edu