How do I view my California teaching credential?
You may obtain a copy of your valid credential(s)/permit(s) by logging in your CTC Educator Page at www.ctc.ca.gov. You may refer to CTC’s Instructions: How to View and Print Your Document.
How do I find my California teacher license number?
You can find your license number on the CTC Online system. You can also use the California state teaching license lookup tool on this website to find your license number. Enter your name and conduct the search. The CA teacher license lookup tool will provide you with your license information.
How long is a California teaching credential valid?
five years
Once you receive your California Clear Credential, it is valid for five years. Although the Commission used to require 150 hours of professional growth to renew a clear credential, clear credentials may now be renewed without verifying any professional or continuing education requirements.
How do I renew my expired teaching credential in California?
There are two ways to submit your application for renewal:
- Renew Your Credential Online: Qualifying credentials may be renewed online using the Educator Login button on the Commission’s website.
- Submit Your Application by Mail: Credentials that do not meet online renewal criteria must be applied for via postal mail.
Can I teach without a credential in California?
Can I Teach in California Without a Credential? While it’s not possible to teach in a California public school without a credential, you could still work in the following positions: Private school teacher: According to California state regulations, teacher certification is optional for private schools.
Can I use my California teaching credential in other states?
Since California is a participating state in the agreement, persons with valid credentials from California are eligible to request a transfer of those credentials to a receiving state.
Which states can I teach with a California teaching credential?
California Teacher Reciprocity Agreements
| Alabama | Kentucky | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | Louisiana | New Mexico |
| Colorado | Maine | New York |
| Connecticut | Maryland | North Carolina |
| Delaware | Massachusetts | North Dakota |
Can I teach in Texas with a California credential?
The state of Texas allows prospective teachers who currently hold valid teaching certifications in other states to be able to submit verification of their current credentials to qualify for teacher certification in Texas.
How do I Find my California Teacher License Number?
You can use the California teacher license lookup tool on the Commission on Teacher Credentialing’s website. You will also find a California teaching license lookup tool at the top of this website. How Do I Find My Teacher License Number in California?
Can I teach high school in California with a teaching credential?
Individuals who want to teach in elementary school in California must earn a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. Click here to see the various routes to earn the Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. I want to teach in high school. Individuals who want to teach in high school in California must earn a Single Subject Teaching Credential.
How do I search for a teacher credential?
Searches using first and last name may have multiple results. Employers, Authorized Agencies, and Applicants may use the Secured Search on the linked page, which requires SSN & Date of Birth. The Commission on Teacher Credentialing has provided through the link above immediate access to credential information.
How do I transfer my teaching license to California?
If you are a licensed teacher in another state, you can transfer the certification to California. Submit form 41-4 to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. This will verify your credentials. You also need to send your official transcripts and a copy of your teaching license. Finally, show proof of your fingerprint processing.