Which credentials authorize the holders to teach adult English as a second language (ESL) classes?
The following staff members may be assigned to teach adult ESL classes, including classes supported in whole or in part with CBET program funds: • Any holder of a Crosscultural Language and Academic Development (CLAD)/ Bilingual, Crosscultural, Language and Academic Development (BCLAD) certificate or equivalent credential (e.g., Language Development Specialist, Bilingual Emphasis, or Bilingual Certificate of Competence). • Any holder of a General, Standard, or Ryan credential as long as the credential includes a CLAD/BCLAD emphasis or a designation authorizing adult ESL. • Under EC Section 44865, a holder of any California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) teaching credential based on a bachelor’s degree, teacher preparation, and student teaching may be deemed qualified to teach adult ESL as long as the employing agency and teacher in question mutually agree to the assignment. Questions regarding credential requirements and the application process may be directed to the CCTC a
