English Language Teaching Assistant Program (ELTAP) Application

1. Please read through these instructions completely, then proceed to complete the online application.
2. The following items need to be submitted by postal mail following submission of your online application.
1. A typed autobiography (2-3 pages) that will serve as your introduction to the host school. Summarize your qualifications for serving as an English language teaching assistant, background, interests, special talents, travel and work experiences, leadership positions, honors received, and aspects of your life that would help the people you will be working with know who you are. Include activities you would be willing to assist with in the school. A picture of yourself is desirable and can be included in your autobiography.
2. Two letters of recommendation speaking to your qualifications for serving as an English language teaching assistant in another country (one from a university/college professor).
3. A summary list of credits completed by subject area e.g. Chemistry 25 credits; Art 15 credits ... Note special emphases in your course work. People in other countries often find transcripts difficult to decipher. A summary list helps to clarify your teaching strengths.
4. An official copy of your college transcript as required by University policy.
5. If you are under 21 years of age, a letter from a parent or guardian approving your application.
6. Complete a criminal background check and send a copy of the report as part of your application. (Be sure to make a copy of the criminal background check to carry with you when you travel to your host school.)
3. To verify ELTAP prerequisites have been met, complete this form and have your adviser or an appropriate official at your College/University authorize your application.
4. Proof of classroom liability insurance, provide evidence that you have liability insurance for your work in the classroom, see an example.
5. Complete and return the health and emergency contact forms.
6. Complete, sign, and return the Release and Waiver form.
7. Attach a check for $300.00 payable to the University of Minnesota Morris. This application fee will only be refunded if your application is not accepted by the program director or if a placement cannot be provided.
8. Send the complete set of application materials to:
   
   ELTAP
   200B Education
   University of Minnesota, Morris
   600 East 4th Street
   Morris, MN 56267
   
9. Complete, sign, and date the confirmation and payment agreement form. Submit it by following the directions at the bottom of the form.
10. After being informed about your placement, submit a copy of your original flight itinerary that includes your departure airline, city, date, and time as well as your return airline, city, date, and time. (Do not e-mail a summary of your travel plans. Send a copy of your flight itinerary.)

• Written confirmation of your acceptance and registration in this program
• Notice of rejection and a return of your application fee.

Placements will be completed two to three months prior to the beginning of your assignment, though extenuating circumstances can alter this schedule. If you have any questions about the process or status of your application once submitted please feel free to contact us:
Phone: (320) 589-6403
Email: ummeltap@morris.umn.edu