English Language Fellow Program

Upcoming Recruiting Event--See you there!

• State CATESOL Conference, Santa Clara, April 23-24
  

About Us

The English Language (EL) Fellow Program promotes English language learning around the world and fosters mutual understanding between the people of the United States and those of other countries. It places talented, highly qualified U.S. educators with Master’s degrees with a focus in TEFL/TESL or Applied Linguistics in all regions of the world. Through U.S. embassy projects, Fellows share their expertise, hone their skills, gain international experience, and learn about other cultures. Upon returning to the United States, they share their experiences and acquired knowledge with their communities and professional colleagues.

The EL Fellow Program is funded by the U.S. Department of State (DOS) within the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), Office of English Language Programs, and is administered nationally by the Center for Intercultural Education and Development (CIED) at Georgetown University, Washington, DC.

The Monterey Institute and the ELF Program

The Graduate School of Translation, Interpretation, and Language Teacher Education at MIIS is proud to partner with Georgetown University and the Center for Intercultural Education and Development. As a Regional Recruitment Center, MIIS aids in sending highly qualified MATESOL holders to countries abroad to promote the study of English as a foreign language and to enhance EFL teaching.

Several MIIS alumna have already joined the EL Fellows network, such Carly Reçi (below),

Moldova, (2007-2008); Jennifer Uhler, Estonia, (2006-2008); Cristyn Elder, Guatemala, (2006-2007) and Jessica Massie, Rwanda, (2004-2006). The accomplishments of these returned Fellows have touched the lives of many and the experiences they had continue to influence their lives back in the United States. Read more about the Fellowship accomplishments of Monterey Institute Alumni in this issue of Discourse and Repartee.

Currently, MIIS alumna Matt Robinson is serving an EL Fellowship in Dili, Timor Leste, at the Universidade Nacional Timor Lorosa'e (UNTL). Click here to read about Matt's success implementing content-based English language instruction with Ba Futuro, a peace-building NGO that specializes in teaching human rights and post-conflict resolution to the local community.

Important Application Updates!

For detailed information about fellowships and application procedures, visit the official program website. Below are important updates to the application process for 2010-2011:

• The priority application deadline for consideration for 2010-2011 projects was March 1, 2010. However, applications are accepted on a rolling basis. It's not too late to apply!
• One of your recommendation letters must be from a current or most recent supervisor. Applications which do not have a letter from a supervisor will not be considered.
• Graduate transcripts must be uploaded in PDF format through the online application. If your qualifying degree was awarded by a non-U.S. institution, you must have your degree evaluated by an educational credential evaluation service. Visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services for a list of evaluation companies.

Tools for Success: EL Fellow Application Checklist

To be considered for a Fellowship, all candidates must successfully submit all parts of the online application. Top candidates may then advance to an interview. Use this Application Checklist to help you reach the interview stage. Good luck!