National Board Certified Teacher
Wisconsin
Wisconsin, in the top 20, with a ranking of number 19 in the nation for current NBCTs. Both Initial Certifications and those who have renewed through the MOC (Maintenance of Certification) with valid National Board Certifications.
The top districts with the largest number of Wisconsin NBCTs include:
- Milwaukee Public Schools
- Madison Metropolitan
- Eau Claire Area
- Verona Area Schools
- Sheboygan Area Schools
What are the benefits of being an NBCT in WI?
Wisconsin NBCT Financial Incentives
Wisconsin is one of the states that does recognize National Board Certification and rewards teachers for this qualification. After teacher's initial year of certification, Wisconsin NBCTs are able to receive annual grants of $2,500 or $5,000 for those teaching in high-need schools, for the remainder of their National Board certification. Be sure to go to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction's website to see the criteria and eligibility requirements for this grant.
State Recognition
Many such as Wisconsin recognize National Board Certification within the state. NBCTs may apply for a Wisconsin Master Educator license as long as they have completed an approved teacher preparation in the field. Completion of the NB Certification process, substitutes for Wisconsin Teacher License Renewal Requirements.
Educational Credits
Universities across the United States may offer graduate credit for teachers completing National Board Certification. Each college is unique, so it is vital to reach out to your local Wisconsin university to find out graduate credit hours are a potential for you.
NBPTS Support Options
A number of districts within Wisconsin provide support for National Board and this is very important to your success as you venture through the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards process. Candidate Support Providers (CSPs) mostly equipped to handle the needs of candidates are located all over the United States to provide a variety of services to aid and assist you becoming or renewing their NBPTS Certification. One CSP, Tracey Bryant Stuckey, offers support to teachers located in Wisconsin and across the United States and those abroad working towards National Board Certification or renewal. These program options include:
- Component 3 (for Initial Certification)
- Component 4 (for Initial Certification)
- Renew Like a Pro (For Renewal- MOC Candidates)
With Tracey's programs, by the end of each these 12-week programs (a planner will be provided for you to know exactly what to complete week, by week), you will have a completed National Board Portfolio ready for submission.
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