CCELT Framework for Certified English Language Teachers (Level 2)

Associate Teacher Status

Entry Profile

Successful applicants -

a) will have a degree or equivalent

b) will have two years relevant experience

c) will have a competence in English, both spoken and written, that enables them to follow the course, and as appropriate to a teacher of English

Exit Profile

A successful candidate at this level will be eligible for TESOL-Qualified Status, assuming other requirements (i.e. experience) have been fulfilled. Specifically a

teacher at this level will have demonstrated:

a) an in-depth understanding of English language systems (grammar, lexis, phonology, discourse) commonly taught in beginner to advanced syllabuses

b) an ability to ascertain information about the needs, background and motivation of the students c) an ability to employ effective classroom management techniques

d) a knowledge of current theories of language learning, and their practical application in the classroom

e) an in-depth understanding of current principles and practices of ELT methodology

f) an ability to use a range of effective teaching techniques and activities appropriate to learners at a wide range of levels

g) an ability to employ appropriate evaluation and assessment techniques

h) a knowledge of, and ability to use, a wide range of reference resources

i) a knowledge of, and ability to evaluate, select, adapt, create, and use effectively, a wide range of teaching resources

j) an ability to design and execute plans for teaching over extended periods

k) an ability to evaluate his/her own effectiveness as a teacher

l) an ability to play his/her part as a professional colleague

m) an ability to provide effective support for teachers who have recently obtained Level 1 qualifications

Length of the Course

Minimum number of course hours: 90-120. The course should be timetabled over a period of time to enable candidates to have time for an additional 150 hours for the required reading/research, assignments and lesson preparation. Some of this time may scheduled before and/or after the timetabled course, e.g. Pre-course reading and tasks, completion of assessed elements

Number of Trainer Contact Hours

A minimum of 120 hours, where a candidate is engaged with the trainer, either in input sessions, tutorials, or feedback sessions (i.e. including interaction with tutors, but excluding teaching practice where the trainer is observing). If by distance learning mode - the equivalent, using an appropriate combination of media: face-to-face interaction; via video, internet etc.

Guided Purposeful Observation of Qualified and Experienced Teachers

A minimum of 10 hours, of which at least 5 should be live lessons. The rest can be video-based and/or peer observation.

Specified Teaching Practice with Genuine Language Learners

A minimum of 20 hours. These should cover at least two levels of language proficiency and a range of class types. The average number of students in each class should be no fewer than 8.