Tennessee Teacher Reciprocity
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Tennessee Teacher Certification Reciprocity:

If you hold a valid teaching certification in another state and have taught for 3 years out of the last 7, you may be eligible for a similar certification through reciprocity agreements.

The following are requirements and steps to be taken in order to earn a Reciprocal Teacher Certification in Tennessee.

  • Reciprocal Teacher Certification Requirements:

    • Step 1:

      You will need to download an application packet to print out.

    • Step 2:

      Call (615) 532-4885 and find out if you may qualify for teacher competency examination exemption. Otherwise, you will need to complete the proper Praxis examinations to complete Competency requirements for a Tennessee Educator.

    • Step 3:

      Enclose front and back copies of your valid, out-of-state teacher certification within your application packet.

    • Step 4:
      Submit verification of work experience. The form is available through the above link.

    • Step 5:

      You will need to provide Official Transcripts for all college course credit received.

    Send materials to this address:
    Tennessee Department of Education
    Office of Teacher Licensing
    710 James Robertson Parkway
    4th Floor Andrew Johnson Tower
    Nashville, TN 37243-0377

    Or contact the Tennessee Department of Education by calling (615) 532-4885

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