Program Description
The English Language (EL) Specialist Program recruits United States academics in the fields of TEFL/TESL and Applied Linguistics for short-term (two to four weeks) assignments abroad. Specialists work on well-defined assignments that are identified by U.S. Embassies overseas. These assignments may include curriculum projects, teacher training seminars, textbook development, English for Specific Purposes, and program evaluation. In many cases, Embassy officials will suggest a candidate; if not, the Office of English Language Programs recruits a specialist. In some cases, specialists located in the United States consult with institutions abroad through a teleconference or a digital video conference. The State Department's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs annually supports approximately 120 two-week programs to U.S. embassies worldwide.
General Program Requirements
To be eligible to serve as an English Language Specialist, you must meet the following requirements: - United States citizen
- MA or Ph.D. (TESL/TEFL or applied linguistics)
- Overseas experience
- Teacher training experience
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
How to Apply
Email current C.V. to waltersjl@state.gov.
Please be sure that all of the following information is included: - full name
- position/title
- institutional address, telephone, e-mail
- home address, telephone, e-mail
- previous U.S. Department of State grants (within the last 3 years)
- overseas experience
- list of topics you are prepared to speak on
Please visit the following website:
http://exchanges.state.gov/englishteaching/el-specialist.html
Or, you may contact the program office directly:
Julia Walters, Program Officer
Office of English Language Programs
U.S. Department of State, SA-44
301 4th Street, S.W., Room 304
Washington, DC 20547
WaltersJL@state.gov
202-453-8842
Managing Agency
U.S. Department of State
http://www.state.gov/
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