National Board Certified Teacher
Alabama
Alabama ranks about number 13 in the nation for the number of NBCTs (National Board Certified teachers). This includes all teachers who have National Board Certification for initial certification and Maintenance of Certification for renewal.
Some of the highest districts with the highest number of teachers within the Alabama NBPTS Network include:
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Jefferson County
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Hoover City
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Birmingham City
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Shelby County
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Madison City
What are the benefits of being an NBCT in AL?
Alabama NBCT Financial Incentives
National Board Certified Teachers in Alabama earn and annual pay supplement of $5,000 per year. These teachers who are NB Certified and who teach in certain subject areas and in one of Alabama’s eligible schools are able to earn up to an extra $5,000 each year. For questions on financial incentives in Alabama, you should reach out to the individual district.
State Recognition
National Board Certified teachers in Alabama are able to earn credit toward obtaining and or renewing a Professional Educator certificate in Alabama.
Educational Credits
Some universities in Alabama provide graduate credit to teachers pursuing National Board Certification. Check with your local university to see if graduate credit is a possibility for you.
NBPTS Support Options
Some districts in Alabama offer support for teachers as far as NBPTS Certification. Alabama Teachers looking for support for NBPTS have options, however they may be limited depending on the location. NBPTS MOC Candidates have the option to join Renew Like a Pro and Initial NBPTS Certification can join Tracey Bryant Stuckey's Creating your Component 3 Portfolio: Teaching and Learning in the Classroom or Creating your Component 4 Portfolio: Assessment Drives Instruction course. All of these PD courses walk you through step-by-step of how to complete your NBPTS Portfolio successfully.
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