Praxis Spanish: World Language
Certification Provider
Educational Testing Service (ETS)
Best For
Spanish Language Teachers, Bilingual Educators, World Language Curriculum Developers, K-12 Spanish Instructors, Foreign Language Department Heads, Educators with a focus on Spanish Language Acquisition
Description
The Praxis Spanish: World Language certification, provided by Educational Testing Service (ETS), is a credential for educators aiming to demonstrate proficiency in teaching Spanish. It assesses language proficiency, pedagogical knowledge, and the ability to engage students in communicative language learning. Candidates are evaluated through a combination of selected-response questions and constructed-response tasks, including listening, reading, writing, and speaking exercises. This certification is often required for teaching Spanish at the K-12 level in public schools.
Includes Certification
Yes
Prerequisites
A bachelor's degree in Spanish, education, or a related field is typically required, though specific educational requirements may vary by state or school district.
Completion of a teacher education program that includes coursework in Spanish language, culture, and pedagogy is often required.
Proficiency in the Spanish language, usually demonstrated through prior coursework or a degree in Spanish.
Passing scores on the Praxis Spanish: World Language exam (test code 5195).
For some states or institutions, a background check and fingerprinting may be required as part of the teacher certification process.
Depending on the state, additional teacher certification exams or requirements may be necessary to teach at the K-12 level.
