Teacher/Administrator Certification Application Procedures

Please click on the appropriate link for step-by-step instructions on how to file for certification. Includes screen shots for accessing and using the TEACH website:

• Educational Leadership (SBL/SDL)
• English, Foreign Language, Mathematics, Social Studies and TESOL
• Science
• School District Business Leadership

TEACH

The New York State Education (NYSED) TEACH system administers all information relating to certification. Current and prospective teachers have an account through which they submit their educational credentials, fingerprint clearance and other required information. If you are a student who has not yet created an account, please log in to get started. Your fingerprint clearance and status may only be monitored through your TEACH account. Be sure to save your log-in information because you will be using your TEACH account to apply for your certificate and will continue to use it throughout your career.

If you have any questions about your status you must contact New York State directly at 518-473-2998 or OSPRA@mail.nysed.gov.