Teacher
Become a Certified Teacher
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- Certified Teacher
- Non-certified, degreed
- Non-degreed Paras/Subs
- High School Graduate
- CFISD High School Student
Certified Teacher
I’m already certified to teach in Texas. What’s next?
View the services for certified teachers:
- Obtaining Your Service Records
- Adding Additional Areas to your Standard Teaching Certificate
- Renewal of a Standard Certificate
- Principal and Superintendent Certification
- Counselor, Librarian, Diagnostician and Reading Specialist Certification
What if I am certified in another state?
Please review the required steps you will need to take to transfer your out of state teaching certification over to Texas.
What if I am certified in another country?
Please review the required steps you will need to take to transfer your out-of-COUNTRY teaching certification over to Texas.
I am interested in being a Career and Technology Teacher.
View the qualifications to become a CTE teacher.
Non-certified, degreed
How to Become a Certified Classroom Teacher in Texas if you already have a degree
We have a place for you – Cy-Fair ISD, Grow Your Own Initiatives:
Our district is committed to YOUR career success. We want to capture your level of experience wherever you are at—whether you are a high school student considering where to attend college, a paraprofessional or substitute working at one of our campuses, or a college graduate seeking to make a career change. We have a place for you! See CFISD’s very own Grow Your Own Initiatives to help you become a certified teacher – CFISD GYO.
How do I become a certified classroom teacher in Texas if I already have a degree?
- If you hold a Bachelors degree and are seeking teacher certification, you will need to enroll in an Alternative Certification Program: View all state approved Alternative Certification Programs.
- If you hold an Associate’s degree and applicable work experience, you may qualify for a Career and Technology certification – find more information on CTE certifications.
What if I am certified in another state?
- Please review the required steps you will need to take to transfer your out of state teaching certification over to Texas.
- Information on out-of-state tests exemption
What are temporary teaching permits or certifications, and what are my next steps to obtain a standard certificate?
- Non-Renewable Permit (NRP): available for individuals who have not successfully passed are appropriate TeXes content exams required for Standard certification, but has completed all degree and course requirements of a UNIVERSITY educator preparation program.
- Alternative Certification Program (ACP): individuals who hold an Intern or Probationary Certificate are on the ACP pathway to teacher certification.
- Emergency Teaching Permit (ETP): An ETP is recommended by the employing school district when a certified educator needs to pass a content exam. In addition, ETPs are issued for those in ACPs with the use of a Deficiency Plan (this is issued by the ACP).
- One-Year Certificate (OYC): The state of Texas does not have reciprocity with any state; therefore, those who hold a certificate to teach in another state or country can apply for their credentials to be reviewed and awarded a One-year Certificate.
Non-degreed Paras/Subs
We have a place for you – Cy-Fair ISD, Grow Your Own Initiatives:
Our district is committed to YOUR career success. We want to capture your level of experience wherever you are at—whether you are a high school student considering where to attend college, a paraprofessional or substitute working at one of our campuses, or a college graduate seeking to make a career change. We have a place for you! See CFISD’s very own Grow Your Own Initiatives to help you become a certified teacher – CFISD GYO.
Action Steps: We invite you to learn more about CFISD’s Teaching & Training Program designed specifically with you in mind. Take advantage of this program to build a strong pedagogical foundation as well as gain real-life classroom experience while you are still a student.
High School Graduate
Have you graduated high school and interested in becoming a teacher?
Current Status: You graduated high school and are interested in becoming a teacher but are not sure where to begin.
Action Steps: Learn about the different pathways that you can become a teacher and choose the one that is right for you.
Financial Aid Resources (CFISD High School Students and High School Graduates)
It is never too early to learn about potential scholarships that may be available to you. Please use the links below to learn more.
Grants: State and federal grants provide financial aide that does not have to be repaid. There are several grants that you may be available for. One such grant is the Texas Educational Opportunity Grant Program (TEOG). For the 2022-2023 academic year, a full-time eligible student may receive up to the following amounts for the year, depending on the type of institution the student is enrolled in.
- Public community college: $1,707 per semester
- Public state college: $1,533 per semester
Please note that funding is limited for certain grants, so it is important to apply for these as soon as you are eligible. You can learn about this and additional grants as well as grant eligibility requirements using the link below.
Scholarships: There are thousands of scholarships awarded to students each year. Like grants, scholarships provide free funding for students to complete their studies. The following site includes a list of scholarships that you may be eligible for. Be sure to connect with your high school counselor to learn about additional scholarships that may be offered at your campus!
FAFSA: All college students attending eligible schools qualify to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. Colleges and universities use the information from FAFSA to determine what financial assistance, if any, you may be eligible for. To learn more about FAFSA requirements and eligibility, visit the link below.
CFISD High School Student
Are you currently a CFISD HS student?
Current Status: You are a high school student and are ready to begin your journey to becoming a teacher.
Action Steps: We invite you to learn more about CFISD’s Teaching & Training Program designed specifically with you in mind. Take advantage of this program to build a strong pedagogical foundation as well as gain real-life classroom experience while you are still a student.
Financial Aid Resources (CFISD High School Students and High School Graduates)
It is never too early to learn about potential scholarships that may be available to you. Please use the links below to learn more.
Grants: State and federal grants provide financial aide that does not have to be repaid. There are several grants that you may be available for. One such grant is the Texas Educational Opportunity Grant Program (TEOG). For the 2022-2023 academic year, a full-time eligible student may receive up to the following amounts for the year, depending on the type of institution the student is enrolled in.
- Public community college: $1,707 per semester
- Public state college: $1,533 per semester
Please note that funding is limited for certain grants, so it is important to apply for these as soon as you are eligible. You can learn about this and additional grants as well as grant eligibility requirements using the link below.
Scholarships: There are thousands of scholarships awarded to students each year. Like grants, scholarships provide free funding for students to complete their studies. The following site includes a list of scholarships that you may be eligible for. Be sure to connect with your high school counselor to learn about additional scholarships that may be offered at your campus!
FAFSA: All college students attending eligible schools qualify to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. Colleges and universities use the information from FAFSA to determine what financial assistance, if any, you may be eligible for. To learn more about FAFSA requirements and eligibility, visit the link below.