Teacher certification in Idaho is now faster, cheaper, and easier than ever. Read this complete page to see how American Board has worked with the state to streamline the certification process. More than 5,000 people have decided to teach in Idaho using American Board’s certification program to get started. Are you ready to join our 20,000 teacher grads nationwide?
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Teach in Idaho
You can become a teacher in Idaho on your own schedule, without quitting your current job or going into debt. To do so, simply follow the steps below.
- Enroll in American Board’s teacher certification program in Idaho.
- You can do this by visiting www.americanboard.org/idaho. Select the subject that you’d like to teach and enroll for certification in that subject.
- Prepare for and pass American Board’s required pedagogy and subject area exams.
- There are no required university courses to complete, no homework, no assignment deadlines, and no student teaching.
- You will simply study using the provided materials during the time that works best for you. When you feel well prepared, schedule and take your final exams.
- You will be required to take 2 to 3 exams, depending on the subject certification you pursue. Everyone has the take the PTK (pedagogy exam), and at least one subject exam (for example, math).
- Receive your American Board Certificate. Idaho schools can now hire you.
The entire process is truly that easy!
State Department Info
You won’t find a faster path to teaching in Idaho. To be sure, you can review this document (PDF) assembled by the Idaho State Department of Education. After quickly earning your American Board certificate and beginning your teaching career, you’ll follow the steps below to continue upgrading your license.
- After being hired for a full-time teaching position, apply to the Idaho State Department of Education for the ABCTE Interim Certificate (valid 3 years).
- A few additional requirements may be noted on the Interim Certificate, but these are state requirements enforced for all new teachers.
- Complete the Idaho State Board of Education-approved mentor program (a two-year program) within your first three years in the classroom.
- Again, the mentor program is for all new teachers. Effective mentor programs have been proven to help new teachers be more successful.
- Upon completion of all requirements including those listed on the Interim Certificate, apply for the Idaho State Department of Education five-year renewable Idaho Certificate.
- Congrats, you’re now a fully licensed Idaho teacher!
“My name is Brent; I teach in Idaho. I am starting my 6th year of teaching at our local high school where I teach Government, Street Law, Debate and Drama. Additionally, I am the Drama and Debate coach. I love teaching high school! I decided to obtain my certificate in the ABCTE program because it allowed for me to rely on my life experiences outside of the classroom which has allowed me to augment my teaching with my past and current experiences. The students enjoy hearing about my past experiences as a lawyer and my current experiences as mayor of our town.”
*Cover photo is from Brent’s Idaho classroom.
Conclusion
Do you need payment support? Our program costs less than $2,000 total, but payment plans and reduced fees are also available. Additionally, American Board is WIOA funding approved in the States of Idaho with a reciprocal agreement with the State of Missouri. For more information regarding WIOA funding, please contact your nearest Department of Labor office.
Lastly, you can try our teacher certification program free for seven days and see if you are ready to start earning your Idaho teaching certificate. You can do so by visiting www.americanboard.org and selecting Idaho from the list. Or, if you live in another state, simply click your state to get started. Local schools need committed and qualified teachers. Start toward certification today so you can be a part of the solution!
