What is Bilingual Education?
An educational program that involves teaching academic content in two languages, English and another language. Program types determine the
varying amounts of each language used in instruction. Bilingual
education programs include dual language education or two-way immersion
and transitional bilingual education programs, as defined in M.G.L. c.
71A, § 2, and any other bilingual program types that may be approved by
the Department.
Notwithstanding 603 CMR 7.15(9) (a): A core academic teacher assigned to provide instruction in a language other than English to an
English learner in a bilingual setting, must be properly qualified in
the field and grade level of the assignment, and hold the Bilingual
Education Endorsement.
A core academic teacher responsible for the instructional component provided in English must hold the Bilingual Education Endorsement or the
SEI Endorsement.
A principal, assistant principal, or supervisor/director who supervises or evaluates a core academic teacher assigned to provide
instruction to an English learner in a bilingual education setting, such
as dual language education or two-way immersion program, or
transitional bilingual education program, must hold the Bilingual
Education Endorsement or the SEI Endorsement.
A valid Transitional Bilingual Education license or Transitional Bilingual Learning endorsement issued by the Department shall be deemed
the equivalent of the Bilingual Education Endorsement.
