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To be eligible for Texas teacher certification, candidates must complete a TEA approved educator preparation program (EPP) and hold at least a bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB).
The requirements regarding posting a position for which a certificate or license is required are in TEC § 11.1513(d) and (e). Also, school districts must comply with the state and federal laws that require employers to have nondiscriminatory hiring practices.
Certification information for Texas teachers and those seeking Texas certification: Approved Texas Educator Preparation Programs. Becoming a Texas teacher. Military Community & First Responders. Out-of-State/Country Certified Educators. Renewing a standard certificate. Additional certification by examination.
If you did not complete a program in another country, including student teaching, you do not qualify for a review of credentials and would be required to go through a Texas Educator Preparation Program.
View official certification records for Texas educators using the link below. First and last names must be entered to locate an educator's certificate. The name must match what is in the TEA database.
Your records are in the Educator Certification Online System (ECOS) based on your TEA ID number and your social security number, if you have one. If an employer or other entity is requesting a certificate number, you may wish to contact the entity for their requirements.
FAQs. How to Become a Teacher in Texas. If you have decided to become an educator in the great state of Texas, navigating the Texas teacher certification process and extensive requirements can be overwhelming. In order to become a teacher, you must complete the following steps:
