National Board Certified Teacher
Connecticut
Connecticut ranks number 46 nationally for the number of National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs). This includes teachers who have renewed their National Board Certification through the Maintenance of Certification (MOC Process) or have Initial Certifications.
Some of the highest districts in Connecticut within the NBPTS Network include:
- Milford Public Schools
- Windsor Public Schools
- Newton Public Schools
- West Hartford Public Schools
- Hartford Public Schools
What are the benefits of being an NBCT in CT?
Connecticut NBCT Financial Incentives
Some parts of Connecticut and local districts offer bonuses for candidates who complete National Board Certification. Make sure to reach out to the individual district or Department of Education to ensure eligibility and requirements.
State Recognition
National Board Certified Teachers in Connecticut are eligible for either a provisional or professional educator certificate, depending on years of service and other eligibility factors. Teachers who achieve National Board Certification may count the time spent on the certification process toward their required continuing education requirements for license renewal.
Educational Credits
Universities frequently provide graduate credit to teachers in Connecticut that are pursuing National Board Certification. Check with your local university in Connecticut to see if graduate credit is possible.
NBPTS Support Options
Many districts or Parishes in Connecticut offer support for teachers looking to achieve NBPTS Certification or NB MOC renewal. Teachers looking for support for NBPTS have options, however they may be limited depending on where you are teaching and are located within the state of Connecticut. For teachers who are looking for support with Initial National Board Certification in Component 3 and or Component 4 can feel free to check out Tracey Bryant Stuckey’s Component 3 Program or Component 4 Program. Connecticut Teachers looking for support with renewal for NBPTS Maintenance of Certification (MOC) have the option to join Renew Like a Pro Cohort. All of these professional development programs are designed to take your from start to finish through the portfolio.
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