Teaching in Other States

Are you thinking of moving to another state after you become a teacher? You'll need to write for information about becoming certified in that state as well as apply to individual schools/districts for positions.

Research Resources

• Search for Public Schools. A searchable database of schools and districts in the US.
• Peterson's Education and Career Center. Provides a searchable database of private US high schools
• Certification Requirements by State
• The Praxis Series. Many states use these tests for certification of teachers
• Salary Calculator. Calculate the salary you would need to make in a new city.
• Teacher Salary Resources of the American Federation of Teachers

Certification in Other States

If you wish to become certified in another state, you must apply for a teacher certificate/license/credential in that state.

Many states are parties to the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification Interstate Contract. This agreement (commonly called "reciprocity") allows educators who hold certificates or licenses in one of the participating states to obtain analogous certification or licensure in any of the other participating states.

Applicants should note that individual states may have special conditions upon granting certification, for example, a state certification test or demonstrated knowledge of state history. Such conditions vary from state to state; you should contact that state's board or department of education for more information.

• States with whom Illinois has Reciprocity
• Departments of Education in All 50 States