English Learner Authorization (CLAD)
What requirements do I need to meet?
English Learner Authorization Background
Teachers of English learners (EL) must hold an appropriate document or authorization for English language development, specially designed academic instruction delivered in English, or content instruction delivered in the primary language. All certificated positions within SFUSD require the English Learner Authorization. All bilingual classroom settings require a Bilingual Authorization. For a more in-depth explanation of all documents that authorize instruction to EL students, click here.
Teachers of English learners (EL) must hold an appropriate document or authorization for English language development, specially designed academic instruction delivered in English, or content instruction delivered in the primary language. All certificated positions within SFUSD require the English Learner Authorization. All bilingual classroom settings require a Bilingual Authorization. For a more in-depth explanation of all documents that authorize instruction to EL students, click here.
OPTION 1: PASS THE CTEL EXAMINATIONS
OPTION 2: COMPLETE CTEL COURSEWORK
OPTION 3: COMBINATION OF CTEL COURSEWORK AND EXAMS
