Program Overview

Master of Arts in Teaching English

The Master of Arts in Teaching English is a program designed for educators who have already met the requirements for New York State initial certification in Teaching English. This program leads to eligibility for professional certification.

Degree Details

• Official Degree Title: Master of Arts in Teachers of English, Grades 7–12
• Licensure or Certification: Professional Certification
• Format: Full-time or Part-time
• Credits: 30
• Start Date: Fall
• Application Deadline: January 15

What You'll Learn

You will work closely with nationally recognized faculty members to learn:

• How to link language development and literacy acquisition to English teaching and curricula
• Approaches for teaching English to secondary and high school students
• Strategies for adapting English instruction to meet the special needs of students

English and Pedagogy

As a student in this program, you will study language and literacy acquisition in the context of the English curriculum. You'll complete content courses linked to English pedagogy, gaining knowledge you can apply in the classroom. Courses include:

• Literature and the Adolescent Experience
• Language Development and Reading Literature
• Pluralistic Approaches to Cultural Literacy

Content Specialization

You'll have the opportunity to tailor your program of study based on your interests and previous coursework, taking classes both within the program and in other departments at NYU Steinhardt and NYU's Graduate School of Arts and Science.

Career Opportunities

With the skills you gain in this program, you'll be prepared for New York State professional certification, as well as roles as an English teacher, teacher trainer, or curriculum specialist in middle and high schools, educational agencies, and community colleges.

Program Overview

The program is part of the English Education offerings, which include:

• Bachelor of Science: Teaching English, Grades 7–12, Initial Certification
• Minor: Teacher Education
• Master of Arts in Teaching: Teaching English: Transformational Teaching, Grades 7–12, Initial Certification
• Master of Arts in Teaching: Secondary Education: Teacher Residency, Initial Certification
• Master of Arts: Teaching English, Grades 7–12, Professional Certification
• Master of Arts: Teachers of English Language and Literature in Colleges, Non-Certification
• Master of Arts: Educational Theatre / English Education, Grades K–12 / Grades 7–12
• Master of Arts: Teaching English and Teaching Students with Disabilities, Grades 7–12, Initial Certification
• Doctor of Philosophy: Teaching and Learning

Academic Experience

The academic experience in this program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of English education, including the development of curriculum and pedagogy tailored to the needs of middle and high school students.