The Teaching English Language Learners Specialist course equips educators with leadership skills essential for supporting multilingual learners in both elementary and secondary contexts. By the end, you will explore culturally responsive pedagogy, Ontario's ministry policies, and effective support models. The course emphasizes mental health, well-being, mentorship, and capacity building. A key component is planning a professional learning workshop to apply your insights.

You will define the ESL/ELD teacher's role as an instructional leader, analyze relevant policies, and explore trauma-informed and anti-oppressive approaches. The course also covers adapting support models for various school settings and advocating for students, especially those with interrupted formal education. Finally, you'll develop your leadership voice and create professional learning experiences to enhance educator capacity.