National Board for Professional Teaching Standards

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Teachers

Help Raise the Standard

Supporting accomplished teaching is one of the most important ways to improve our schools. The part you play in communicating the value of National Board Certification is critical.  Explore ways that you can be part of a process and impact learning for students not only in your school and community, but in those across the country.

 

How Can Teachers Get Involved?

Contact Your Legislators

Learn more about state and federal education issues.  Contact legislators, register to vote and follow bills and issues important to teachers and the teaching profession.

Become a Candidate
Whether you are ready for the full experience or want to try out the Take One! program, consider the benefits of becoming a candidate.

Encourage Teachers
Encourage your colleagues to become candidates! Share with them your experience and the benefits of National Board Certification.

Provide Candidate Support
You can help support candidates for National Board Certification. Learn more about the Candidate Support Provider program.

Become an NBPTS Assessor
Assessors are critical to the NBPTS mission. Learn about the process, training and benefits of being an NBPTS assessor.

Nominate a Teacher

Invite a teacher to pursue National Board Certification. Send an electronic invitation by completing the online nomination form.