Hi, all. I am what would be considered a non-traditional applicant, looking to apply to the ETA program. I'm actually 40 years old, completed a master's degree in early childhood education in Aug 2013 (I've read that up to 5 years out of college is generally accepted), and will be going back to school next year to start a second master's degree in ESL. I've already confirmed with the school that I would be able to complete clinic hours overseas (and, yes, it is an accredited program). I've been in the teaching field for years, but only early childhood for three, and, after getting my ESL degree, will be looking to shift into that. I also have an 11 year old daughter (she could either go to school overseas or our home district runs their own cyber school). Is there anyone else with a "non-traditional" background? And does anyone know anything about how someone with work experience is looked at? I'm not a "new" teacher, but dedicated ESL teaching, both abroad and upon my return, would be new to me. Thank you!
