The English Language Learner KnowledgeBase for Administrators

This KnowledgeBase archive includes content and external links that were accurate and relevant as of September 30, 2019.

The English Language Learner (ELL) KnowledgeBase for Administrators is an online resource supporting the administration of programs for English learning students. It offers resources related to Office for Civil Rights (OCR)requirements and the Every Student Succeed Act (ESSA).

Task 1: Understand Legal Requirements

Guideline: ESSA supports the learning and development of educators in enhancing their capacity to help students succeed.

resources

Tools

ESEA and Paraprofessionals

This document is published by the National Education Association for ESEA and Paraprofessionals.

Legal

Building Systems of Support for Excellent Teaching and Leading

This 2016 non-regulatory guidance PowerPoint regarding ESSA Tittle II, Part A is presented by the U.S Department of Education.

ESSA Title II and Support for Educators Frequently Asked Questions

ESSA ensures that all educators are properly credentialed so all students have access to high quality instruction.

Information for Parents' Rights

Information is designed to assist local educational agencies, schools, and parents in meeting the requirements of parental involvement provisions required under Title I, Part A.

Teacher Effectiveness Under the Every Student Succeeds Act

This is a discussion guide presented by the Center on Great Teachers and Leaders about teacher effectiveness under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

Teacher Qualifications

This document, prepared by the U.S. Department of Education, provides guidance on Building Systems of Support for Excellent Teaching and Leading.

Examples

Understanding ESSA: Professional Development

This website provides articles, news, and state/federal activity on the topic of professional development via ESSA.

References

Common Qualifications for English Language Teachers

This International Association website offers instructions to individuals who wish to pursue a career teaching English to speakers of other languages can choose from several pathways to establish their teaching qualifications.

Paraprofessional Qualifications and Duties

This document provides information on paraprofessional requirements available at each state education agency's website.

The contents of this website were developed under a grant from the U.S. Department of Education and are intended for general reference purposes only. However, those contents do not necessarily represent the policy of the U.S. Department of Education or the Center, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government. Some resources on this site require Adobe Acrobat Reader. This website archive includes content and external links that were accurate and relevant as of September 30, 2019.