The International Teaching Assistant Program supports the University of Miami’s commitment to teaching excellence and cultural diversity. The Intensive English Program (IEP) provides academic language support for our International Teaching assistants ( ITAs). The course has three main components in oral communication, cross-cultural classroom communication, and teaching techniques.
This program is offered through the Intensive Language Institute at the University of Miami
The International Teaching Assistant Program Course offers international teaching assistant (ITA) students the opportunity to enhance their communication and teaching skills.
The program is for TAs whose ITA Teaching demo indicates the need for further language practice.
The ITA program provides confidence in your English; especially in your ability to teach & present effectively in a U.S. classroom.
University of Miami Policy on Language Competency for Teaching Assistants (Note: Testing and specialized ITA training is provided at no cost to ITAs or their departments. If an ITA registers for regular Intensive English Program courses, tuition and fees must be paid.) Revised 08/01/25