Elimination of the edTPA Requirement for Certification
April 12, 2022. At its April 2022 meeting, the New York State Board of Regents voted to modify the teacher performance assessment requirement for certification by eliminating the edTPA requirement for certification and, instead, requiring that New York State-registered teacher preparation programs integrate a teacher performance assessment into the candidates’ student teaching, practicum, or similar clinical experience (e.g., residency, mentored in-service component).
The edTPA will no longer be a certification requirement as of April 27, 2022. On that date, the edTPA safety net, edTPA Multiple Measures Review Process (MMRP), and the availability of the Conditional Initial certificate would also end, as these accommodations would no longer be needed.
Any individual who is pursuing, or plans to pursue, New York State teacher certification would no longer need to complete the edTPA as of April 27, 2022. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals who:
- Are in-state or out-of-state,
- Completed a teacher preparation program in the past,
- Did not pass the edTPA in the past,
- Currently enrolled in a teacher preparation program,
- Currently have an application in TEACH, or
- Currently hold an Emergency COVID-19 certificate.
All active teacher certificate applications that are submitted before April 27, 2022, and have the edTPA requirement listed as “unmet”, will have this requirement automatically marked as “exempted” in the TEACH system on April 27, 2022. Applications for teacher certification will no longer include the edTPA as a requirement beginning April 27, 2022.
In addition, if the edTPA is the only remaining requirement for certification on the application (i.e., all other requirements for certification are met), this requirement will automatically be marked as “exempted” in the TEACH system and the application will be approved on April 27, 2022. On the following day, the certificate will either be issued or be in “Evaluation Complete – Pending Final Review” status, which is described on the Status of Your Application webpage.
For additional information about the elimination of the edTPA requirement for certification, please see the Teacher Performance Assessment Requirement FAQs webpage.
FAQs
The minimum eligibility requirements to apply for a Substitute Teacher position are the following:
- Online nomination by a school Principal.
- A Bachelor's Degree.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Under a transitional teaching certificate, participants must complete their graduate teacher education program within three-years and holders qualify for an initial certificate.
What is the NYS teacher certification exam? ›
The EAS test measures the professional and pedagogical knowledge and skills necessary to teach all students – diverse student populations, English language learners, students with disabilities - effectively in New York State public schools.
What is oti in education? ›
The Office of Teaching Initiatives (OTI) administers certifications for New York State.
Can you teach in NY without certification? ›
Individuals must have a valid teaching certificate from the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to be eligible for a permanent teaching position in our schools, but there are many different paths to fulfill those requirements.
How many days can you substitute teach in NYC? ›
Substitute Teachers with a Valid Teaching Certificate
Now, if you have a teaching certificate, you are allowed to work for any number of days in any capacity. Yet, if you work for more than 40 days for a school district in NYC, you need to be employed in the area for which you are specifically certified.
Can I teach in NYS with a bachelor's degree? ›
In New York State, childhood and adolescence (high school) teachers must have a bachelor's degree and complete an approved teacher preparation program that includes student teaching (in the classroom) supervised by a mentor teacher.
Do you need a master's to be a teacher in NY? ›
New York requires that all teachers earn a bachelor's degree. The specific degree field depends on your area of interest. Graduates must also complete a state-approved teacher preparation program, often part of the degree program itself.
Do you need a teacher certification to teach at a private school in NY? ›
A license is necessary to teach in a private school in New York. This license is from the New York State Department of Education (NYSDOE). Private schools can only hire an unlicensed teacher if an application is filed before the teacher starts. Schools can have stronger license requirements for teachers.
What is a passing score for the NYS exam? ›
Understanding Your Test Results
| Total Test Score Range | Minimum Passing Score |
|---|
| 400–600 | 520 |
| 100–300 | 220 |
There is no limit on the number of times that an individual can attempt any NYSTCE test if they did not pass. Individuals can repeat the test, as long as they comply with the retake policies for that specific test, as many times as they need to.
How many questions are on the Nystce exam? ›
NYSTCE Literacy Exam Outline. The NYSTCE Literacy exam contains 90 selected-response questions and one constructed-response question, and you will be given a time limit of 3 hours and 15 minutes.
What does the OTI stand for? ›
OTI is a textspeak acronym for on the internet.
What is DLO in teaching? ›
A digital learning object (DLO) is a small, reusable entity, either digital or non-digital, that can be used for learning, education, or training . DLOs are designed to support pedagogical activities in higher education and improve the quality of education .
What is Osiris training? ›
The Osiris Teaching Intervention is a school-based professional learning programme for teachers. It accelerates the quality of learning and teaching by ensuring immediate and sustained changes in classroom practice.
What makes me qualified to be a substitute teacher? ›
A substitute teacher should be able to adequately follow the instructions left by the permanent teacher. They should possess the management and leadership skills to conduct lessons throughout the day while maximizing engagement and minimizing distraction.
How to become a substitute teacher in Westchester? ›
Substitute teacher requirements in New York
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- A fingerprint-based FBI/DOJ background check.
- An online nomination by a school Principal or organization.
It takes 6-8 weeks for your credential to be processed and issued. Be sure to check your account periodically to view the status of your application. For more information on how to apply, read our step-by-step guide on how to become a substitute teacher in New Jersey.
Who pays the most for substitute teachers in NJ? ›
Top companies for Substitute Teachers in New Jersey
- Sub Teacher Source. 3.9 $34.53per hour. 27 reviews32 salaries reported.
- Lawrence Township Public Schools. 4.5 $28.30per hour. ...
- Hamilton Township School District. 3.9 $27.95per hour. ...
- Scoot Education. 4.2 $26.96per hour. ...
- SUMMIT PUBLIC SCHOOLS. 3.3 $26.62per hour. ...
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