Missouri Teacher Certification

Teaching Programs in Missouri

So you want to earn your Missouri Teacher Certification? Let's take a look at the step by step instructions:

Traditional Approach for the Missouri Teacher Certification

1. Earn your Bachelors Degree or higher from an accredited university. If you already have a bachelors degree, then be sure to request more information for your Master’s Degree right away
2. Teacher Preparations: This will include teacher prep courses, student teaching, and other types of internships. In order to receive a Missouri Teacher Certification, you must have some experience in teaching, even if it’s unpaid.
3. Pass the Praxis I or the CAAP Exam. Also you must complete the Praxis II (subject area)
4. Submit fingerprints and background check. Call (866) 522-7067 to schedule your appointment today.
5. Submit the following:
   • Completed Application
   • Official Transcripts of all degrees and credits you have earned
   • $50.95 fee
   • Also, include copies of all test scores
   • Mail to:
     Missouri Department of Education
     Educator Certification
     Post Office Box 480
     Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480
     (573) 751-4212
6. Do you want to renew your Missouri Teacher Certification?
   • Apply for your renewal

Alternative Approach for the Missouri Teacher Certification

Alternatively, you can earn the Missouri Teaching Certification to teach in Missouri before you complete the teacher education program. After enrolment, you'll be provided with a 2 year provisional teaching certification  

1. Obviously you must still earn your Bachelors Degree from an accredited university. Ideally, you should always continue your education in efforts to earn a Master’s degree.
2. Minimum GPA of 2.5
3. Pass the background and fingerprint check
4. Be hired by the Missouri  school district
5. Complete an academic contract with school district, yourself, and program provider

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