Considerations for English Language Learners with MTSS | PaTTANpod [S1E20]

In the context of a Multi-Tiered System of Support, specific factors regarding English Language learners need to be taken into account to ensure proper identification and placement. Guest Ana Sainz de le Pena talks about those factors and how to discuss key information with families.

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Ana Sainz de la Peña is an ESL/ELD Consultant, supporting the MTSS Initiative and English Instruction Educational Programs for the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN) in Harrisburg. With more than 25 years of experience in the English as a Second Language field, Ana has served at local, state and international levels, as Director of Bilingual and ESOL Programs, Director of ESL and World Language Programs, Elementary and Secondary ESL teacher and Spanish Immersion Program teacher.

Ana’s experience at the State and international levels includes Pennsylvania Department of Education ESL and Bilingual Programs Lead Advisor and Title III Director, Consultant for The Department of Education of Peru and Newton College International Academy in Lima, Peru. Her experience in higher education includes, adjunct faculty in the MA in TESOL Program at DeSales University in Center Valley, and Cedar Crest College in Allentown, PA.

Host
Dawn Durham

Producer
John Ragsdale

Technical Support
Michael Esposito

Creative Assistance
Lisa Smith
Marci Davis

PaTTAN Leadership Team
Angela Kirby
Chris Cherny
Victor Rodriguez-Diaz

Animation
Media Solutions

Thank You
Ana Sainz de la Pena

Special thank you to
Pennsylvania Training and Technical
Assistance Network (PaTTAN),
Pennsylvania Department of Education,
and
Bureau of Special Education

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