Literacy Education Certification in Reading and Language Arts Consultant (097)

The Literacy Education Sixth Year Diploma of Advanced Studies (DAS) program Reading and Language Arts Consultant (097) certification is designed to prepare educators for leadership positions in elementary, middle, and secondary schools.

The program prepares the student for the role of a literacy leader who can accomplish the following: organizing, supervising, and enhancing literacy programs; coordinating the instruction and assessment of students in reading and language arts; guiding, improving, and enriching reading and language arts instruction in all content areas; and collaborating with teachers, administrators, parents, and other literacy leaders. This program is a nationally recognized program by the International Literacy Program.

A valid Connecticut teaching certificate (or proof of eligibility); An appropriate regionally accredited master’s degree; At least two letters of recommendation from persons able to testify to suitability as a prospective teacher and the potential for graduate-level work; An essay demonstrating a command of the English language and setting out the reasons for wanting to enroll in the program and emphasizing experience relevant to teaching; A successful interview with the program director; Application Official transcripts for each institution attended. International transcripts must include an official course-by-course evaluation of all academic work from www.naces.org Two letters of recommendation Letters need to come from employers or professional associates and must testify to your suitability as a prospective reading teacher and your potential for graduate study. Copy of your Connecticut teaching certificate Proof of 30 months of teaching Your employer should provide documentation on letterhead with a current date. Personal statement In 350 words or more, detail the reasons you are interested in enrolling in the program, highlight relevant background experiences and address your overall professional goals in the profession. Applicants currently in the United States planning to transfer their SEVIS record to University of Bridgeport must also submit a copy of their visa showing their entry stamp and copies of all I-20s received. TOEFL iBT – 80 IELTS – 6