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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. Current certificates, and any certificate history if applicable, is available by clicking the link at the top of the certificate. Certificate Lookup
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- School District Hiring Information
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The information presented on this secure web site is the official record of the educator's certification status and satisfies Section 21.053(a) of the Texas Education Code,which requires individuals to present their certificate prior to employment by a school district.
Assignment information for Texas teachers and school districts: School district hiring information; State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) rules; Teacher Assignment Chart; Permit rules for school districts; HOUSSE Forms; Additional Information and Related Sites. Helpful links and information related to Texas certification: Fingerprinting
How do I apply for certification? Log in into your TEAL account to access your educator account, click View My Educator Certification Account to access your ECOS account and complete the appropriate online application and pay the fee.
A valid certificate qualifies the holder for employment as an educator in Texas public schools, is not expired or inactive, and is not subject to an active suspension, surrender, cancellation or revocation.
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