Dual Language Partner

What is a DL Partner?

A Dual Language (DL) partner is a teacher that understands the theory and research of bilingual education, the pedagogy and program models of dual language education, research-based practices for addressing the linguistic strengths and academic needs of multilingual learners, and the knowledge of the sociocultural, sociolinguistic, and sociopolitical context in becoming bilingual and biliterate in the U.S. Dual language (DL) immersion program models.

For example, program models 50:50 and 90:10, require that English Partner Teachers provide monolingual instruction in English at all grade levels (DL Guiding Principles, Instruction, Principle 1).

English Partner Teachers do not need to be bilingual in the partner language; however, they do require knowledge of DL immersion program models and must implement all DL guiding principles. The DL Partner is expected to closely collaborate with the DL teacher providing monolingual instruction in Spanish to contribute to the program’s goals of bilingualism, biliteracy, and biculturalism.  

Bilingual Added Authorization Option 

DL partners have the option to obtain an Added Bilingual Authorization (within 5 yrs.)

Requirements

1. DLE 416 & DLE 416L Biliteracy Foundations for Teaching and Learning in Diverse Communities (4) or CSET LOTE III and V
2. DLE 532 Biliteracy Teaching in Language Arts Students
3. CSU Application (including meeting all requirements for graduate study at a CSU).

*There is a 5 yr. validity period as per CTC guidelines.