| Unsure of the procedures for teacher certification | | | | certification exams in both pedagogy and |
| requirements in Texas? Here's a brief rundown on | | | | professional responsibilities that are specific to the |
| meeting the requirements to become a certified | | | | grade levels and subjects you desire to teach. |
| teacher in the state of Texas. | | | | These exams are called the Texas Examination |
| Teacher Certification Requirements in Texas | | | | of Educational Standards and the Examination for |
| Like many other states, the first steps for | | | | the Certification of Educators in Texas. |
| achieving teacher certification in Texas is a college | | | | The Application Process of Acquiring Teacher |
| degree. Acquiring certification requires completing | | | | Certification in Texas |
| degree work in a specific subject, in addition to | | | | The State Board of Educator Certification website |
| completing courses in a state teacher training | | | | walks you through the process of attaining |
| program. | | | | certification. You will need to create an account |
| As part of your field work, you will need to | | | | before you actually take the exams. The site not |
| complete 45 observation hours observing qualified | | | | only helps you through what appears to be a |
| teachers in your desired subject area. Most | | | | complex and complicated certification process, but |
| programs can match you with experienced | | | | it also keeps your scores and credentials on file. |
| teachers willing to mentor a prospective teacher. | | | | Tips for Teachers Who Seek Certification |
| You will also need to complete a student teaching | | | | Ideally, you should discuss your future plans with |
| practicum where you are responsible for teaching | | | | your college advisor during your junior year. Your |
| classes under the supervision of an experienced | | | | college advisor can help you familiarize yourself |
| teacher. Your mentor will evaluate your | | | | with degree and certification procedures. |
| performance by offering you tips and discussing | | | | If you already possess an academic degree but |
| the lessons at large. Depending on the age groups, | | | | have not completed an approved teacher training |
| expect student teaching practicum to last at least | | | | program, you can still become a certified teacher. |
| one semester. | | | | The State Board website provides information on |
| Texas Certification Exams | | | | alternative methods of teacher certification in |
| The state of Texas requires that you pass | | | | Texas. |