TUITION DISCOUNT for CTU MEMBERS! Earn your READING TEACHER ENDORSEMENT or MA in LITERACY EDUCATION/ READING SPECIALIST LICENSE at Northeastern Illinois University with 33% off tuition for CTU MembersApplication deadline for Summer 2025: March 15th Sign up for more information with the QR code below or email Dr. April Nauman at [email protected]

Master of Arts Degree in Community and Teacher Leaders Graduate Studies

M.A. in Community and Teacher Leaders (only 10 courses)

The Master of Arts in Community and Teacher Leaders (MACTL) program at Northeastern Illinois University equips Master’s Degree students to take leadership roles in fostering partnerships between schools and communities, benefiting all neighborhood members including students and their families.

Teacher leaders act as catalysts to promote a positive school culture, improve educational outcomes, and increase community engagement. Watch the MACTL alumni video to hear some graduates discuss the program’s impact on their profession, their insights into the MACTL community and the curriculum, and why this program is a great fit for aspiring teacher and community leaders, with particular attention to the perspectives shared by those who are teachers.

Teacher Leader Concentration: This option provides knowledge and skills related to leadership, peer mentoring and professional development; promotes positive school culture that focuses on achievement; highlights equity as a means of empowerment, uses data to improve educational outcomes; and promotes building collaborative relationships with communities. Focusing on social justice and the strengths of diversity, this concentration leads to a Master’s Degree and the ISBE recognized Teacher Leader Endorsement. A current Illinois Professional Educator License in teaching in required.

Community Leader Concentration: This option provides knowledge and skills that foster leadership in ethical and culturally sensitive public engagement; acknowledges and considers tha complexities of local and global communities; promotes collaborating with schools to empower communities; and leverages community assets to promote social justice and equity.

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National Louis University

Accelerated LBS1 & ESL Endorsement

National Louis University proudly offers an accelerated path to your LBS1 or ESL endorsement. We commit to collaborating with you to determine the most suitable timeline, ensuring an opportunity to elevate your teaching career and foster resilience in your students. CTU members receive a discounted rate of $350 per credit hour for the ESL / BIL endorsement. Click here to view a webinar.

Why choose NLU for your endorsement?

1. Flexibility and Efficiency: Our schedules are designed for busy professionals like you, allowing you to complete the requirements quickly or at your own pace without compromising on quality. Classes are also conveniently taught online.
2. Expert Faculty: Learn from experienced educators and specialists who are dedicated to providing you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in supporting students with disabilities.
3. Career Advancement: Enhance your credentials and expand your career opportunities with an endorsement from a respected institution like NLU.

Join us at National Louis University and embark on a transformative journey to receive your endorsement as little as in 3 months. Your students are waiting for someone like you to make a difference. Enroll today and make your mark in the field of education!”

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CTUF/NLU Endorsement Programs

Chicago Teachers Union Foundation and National Louis University proudly offer licensed teachers in-demand endorsements and programs from NLU’s National College of Education. We’d like to specifically highlight our Special Education (Learning Behavior Specialist LBS1) and Early Childhood Subsequent Endorsement (for those interested in teaching birth-grade 2) opportunities!

Special Education Learning Behavior Specialist Endorsement (LBS1)

The LBS1 Endorsement program at NLU is designed for teachers looking to add a specialized endorsement to their teaching license. This LBS1 Endorsement program gives you the knowledge and skills to work in inclusive classrooms and school settings, with the ability to use Universal Design for Learning strategies to effectively reach all students.

Early Childhood Subsequent Teaching Endorsement

The Early Childhood Subsequent Teaching Endorsement program is designed for those looking to expand their career options to teach children from birth to grade 2. A transcript evaluation will be conducted to determine the number of hours needed to fulfill the state requirements. An Enrollment Specialist will assist you with the process.

Reading Teacher and Reading Specialist Endorsement/Degree

This coursework is designed for teachers interested in enhancing their skills within the areas of literacy, development, and instruction. Educators can choose between two tracks: Reading Teacher or Reading Specialist. Either track can be applied toward the M.Ed. in Reading.

Did you know that NLU also offers a degree in which students have the opportunity to combine multiple endorsements into a full Master’s? Contact William Vavrin at [email protected] or call 312-261-3297 for more details about any of the above programs!