- PHST 1300
- PHST 2020
- PEDU 1500
- PEDU 2250
- PEDU 2350
- PEDU 2500
- PEDU 4500
- PSYC 2030
Program Highlights
CERTIFICATION IN ALL GRADES
In New York State, your ESOL certification allows you to teach PreK-Grade 12.
QUALIFIED TO TEACH ENGLISH ACROSS THE WORLD
Help students of diverse backgrounds acquire English skills.
HIGH EMPLOYMENT RATE
Due to NY’s teaching shortage, you are needed in the classroom.
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How Much Will I Pay?
Total Program
Sticker Price for 2026-2027:
$55,781
Last year
100%
of full-time freshmen students who applied
for a scholarship received one
$23,345
average grants & scholarships package
for incoming freshman students last year
What Will I Learn?
Your career can take you all around the world.
You’ll study:- Approaches to teaching students of many languages in one classroom
- Strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Aspects of different languages
- How to manage the learning environment
- Planning and analyzing early intervention strategies
- How to create an inclusive and culturally-responsive classroom
Career Outlook
Here are just a few successes our graduates have achieved:
Student Teaching Placements
- Webster Central School District (CSD)
- Greece CSD
- Rochester CSD
- Pittsford CSD
- Churchville-Chili CSD
- Brockport CSD
- Hilton CSD
- Byron-Bergen CSD
- Spencerport CSD
- Kendall CSD
- Penfield CSD
- Rush-Henrietta CSD
- Private schools and agencies such as Charles Finney, Mary Cariola Children’s Center, Hillside Children’s Center, Cornerstone Christian Academy, McQuaid, and more!
After graduating, our students have traveled to or taught in:
- Asia
- Africa
- Central America
- South America
- Eastern Europe
Roberts’ Graduate Teacher Education Professional Programs
Minor Options
Minor Requirements
Students wishing to graduate with a minor must complete at least 18 semester hours in a selected
discipline. Specific minor requirements are listed within the departmental sections of this catalog. In
order to earn a minor when some of the coursework is also required by their major, students must take
at least nine hours unique to the minor. In order for a transfer student to earn a minor offered by Roberts, the student must earn at least nine hours at Roberts.
Teacher Education Summer Camp
Spend a week learning about teaching children. You'll walk the path of a teacher, planning fun lessons and activities, and then implementing those activities with children.
Scholarships may be available.
Roberts' Strategic Pillars
Online, Hybrid, and In-Person Programs In Rochester, NY
ANCHORED IN CHRISTIAN FAITH
You’ll be spiritually prepared for engagement in a diverse world.
CUSTOMIZED EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS
Whatever your interests and circumstances, you’ll be equipped for your one-of-a-kind vocation.
READY TO
LEAD
You’ll be ready to lead, making meaningful contributions in your profession.
FLOURISHING PEOPLE & COMMUNITIES
Empowered to act in local and practical ways, you’ll make a difference in the communities where you live and work.
Frequently Asked Questions
TESOL is Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.
When pursuing your TESOL degree at Roberts, you’ll take core education classes alongside more specific TESOL courses like Linguistics for Second Language Acquisition and Methods of Instruction and Assessment for TESOL. In the program, you’ll also get the chance to practice your new skills in fieldwork.
How do I become a TESOL teacher at Roberts?
To become an TESOL teacher, you should first obtain a bachelor’s degree. You could get your degree in education or you could pursue a more specialized degree, such as the TESOL degree from Roberts.
After getting your bachelor’s, you must get a certification for the area you’re aiming to teach in. In New York State this involves passing some exams. This ESOL certification in New York allows you to teach students in all grades Pre-K through Grade 12.
Some states (including New York) require you to obtain your master’s degree after a certain amount of time, as well.
How much do TESOL teachers make?
According to the US Bureau of Labor (BLS), the median annual wage for ESL (English as a Second Language) teachers in 2023 was $60,560.
Naturally, the numbers will differ by school district, seniority, and content area. Your specialization in TESOL may open the door to negotiating a higher starting step.
Can I meet with a professor when I visit Roberts?
Yes! If you come to campus for an individual visit, you can meet individually with a professor to get an overview of the major and your individual questions answered. Our Discovery Day events typically include a Faculty & Services Expo, where you can meet your future professors.
Does Roberts Wesleyan University offer financial aid?
Yes! At Roberts, we’re dedicated to supporting you. Our Office of Student Financial Services is here to help you make the most of every financial aid opportunity available.
We provide financial assistance to 100% of our undergraduate students, so you can focus on following your calling with confidence.
