Emergent Bilingual Institute (EBI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit education organization that provides online educator training, professional development, TESOL/TEFL certification pathways, curriculum resources, and ESL support through our Texas Education Agency approved continuing education curriculum for educators. As a fully accredited online organization, EBI focuses on emergent bilingual learners, English language development, culturally responsive career training, and global access to high-quality professional development.
At Emergent Bilingual Institute (EBI), we offer continuing education and professional development for educators, including Educational Aide and TESOL/TEFL Certificate Programs.
Educators: Ask us about our free introductory course to EBI’s TESOL/TEFL Certificate Program, a great way to get started with teaching English internationally.
Upcoming Cohort Start Dates:
October 20, 2026 (Live TEFL)
November 29, 2026 (All Other Courses)
January 26, 2027 (Live TEFL)
New Teacher Effectiveness: On-Demand
*Custom start dates available upon request for educator courses and certificate programs.
*Ask us about our condensed live professional development courses for educators, delivered remotely.
Emergent Bilingual Digital School (EB Digital School) is a WASC-accredited online private school for grades 6-12, operated by Emergent Bilingual Institute (EBI).
At EB Digital School, we offer flexible online middle and high school programs designed to meet the needs of today’s diverse learners. Our curriculum supports both independent and structured learning paths, and all programs lead to a U.S. high school diploma.
Students from the U.S. and abroad are welcome to apply, whether they need extra English support or a full diploma-track option from our Texas-based, WASC-accredited online private school.
Space is limited. Register your student today.
Next Traditional Start Date:
Now Enrolling for Fall Semester: 08/17/2026
Spring Semester Begins 01/05/2027
*We have year-round open enrollment for U.S.-based and international students. Students may enroll at any time, without residency restrictions.
Our nonprofit and leadership are aligned with respected organizations that advance academic equity, quality, and innovation. These partnerships support emergent bilingual learners, microschools, and high-quality online education.
Emergent Bilingual Institute (EBI) is fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) for its professional development courses, career school certificates, and secondary education programs.
EB Digital School is registered with the State of Texas as a nonprofit private school, and instructors are certified in multiple states, including Texas (TX), Indiana (IN), and South Carolina (SC).
Administrative Office Address: 4001 Technology Dr., Suite 200, Angleton, TX 77515 | School Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9:00am-2:00pm CT | Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-9:00am & 2:00pm-2:30pm CT | Email & Voicemail Anytime: 24hr Response Time
A nonprofit program of EBI | Accredited online private school for grades 6–12