Criteria for Becoming a Foreign Language Teacher:
In order to teach one of the foreign languages (either German or Spanish) at the middle and high school levels, the teacher candidate must have preparation equivalent to a minor in the subject. Teacher candidates must also be able to test out at an intermediate-high proficiency level. Please note that these are guidelines only and that a transcript review and advising are needed to assure that you will meet the requirements. For advising related to preparation for Foreign Language teaching, please contact: Kristin Johnson Zabel Hall #244 541-962-3529 |
Steps to MTE admission for becoming a Foreign Language Teacher:
Step 1: Complete MTE Secondary application. Application available at: http://www.eou.edu/ed/documents/SecApplication.pdf Step 2: Send in application, including all unofficial transcripts. Send to: Janet Frye-MTE Office Coordinator College of Education One University Blvd La Grande, OR 97850 Step 3: Enroll for and pass the PRAXIS II, in your content area Spanish Test or German Test Step 4: Enroll for and pas the CBEST or PRAXIS I (PPST) Step 5: Complete a 30 hour experience in a public school instructional setting Step 6: Complete EOU Application for Graduate Admission. Application available at: |