National Board Certified Teacher
Montana
Ranking number 42 in the nation, Montana's NBCTs are beginning to increase in number. This figure comes from those teachers who hold a valid National Board Certificate through the Initial Certification or NB MOC Process.
Some of the districts within Montana with the highest number of NBCTs in the NB Network include:
- Billings #2
- Helena #1
- Bozeman #7
- Belgrade #44
- Great Falls #1A
What are the benefits of being an NBCT in MT?
Montana NBCT Financial Incentives
Montana is one of the states that offers stipends to National Board Certified Teachers. The state provides stipends to all Montana teachers who achieve or renew National Board Certification. Teachers who teach in Montana public schools are eligible for one of two stipends. However, they are not eligible for both. Teachers who hold a valid NB Certificate teaching in high-need schools are eligible for a $2,500 annual stipend, while other teachers in other schools receive $1,000. These stipends are contingent on the district providing a $500 match. Make sure to contact your local teachers association for more information regarding these stipends in your area/school.
State Recognition
In Montana, teachers who hold a valid NBPTS Certificate can count this effort toward obtaining or renewing a standard or even professional license in the state. Be sure to visit the Montana Office of Public Instruction for the most current and up to date information regarding this policy.
Educational Credits
Some universities within the state of Montana may offer educational credits or graduate hours to those teachers pursuing National Board Certification. Be sure to check with your local university in Montana to see if graduate credit is a potential for you.
NBPTS Support Options
NBPTS support offerings are available in areas of Montana and may be offered through the State Teachers Association. Regardless of these offerings, it is important to work on this process with others to collaborate, learn, and brainstorm together. NBPTS MOC candidates going through renewal are invited to join Renew Like a Pro. This PD experience is for those completing NB MOC process, which offers collaboration with teachers across the nation. For Montana teachers wanting support with the initial NBPTS certification, are encouraged to join one or both of Tracey Bryant Stuckey's PD courses for Creating your Component 3 Portfolio: Teaching and Learning in the Classroom or Creating your Component 4 Portfolio: Assessment Drives Instruction course. By the completion of these 12 week programs, candidates (pending the following of the calendar) will have a complete NB portfolio ready to submit to the National Board Portal when it opens for submission.
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