Illinois Teacher Certification
Illinois has a comprehensive teacher certification process for new and veteran teachers. On this site you can find information about the latest state and federal requirements for becoming a teacher and for maintaining a certificate to work in Illinois’ public schools.
Are you Highly Qualified?
The Illinois Education Association is committed to being the primary source of information on the topic of whether a teacher is “Highly Qualified.”
ISBE Certification Links
- Understanding the Illinois NCLB Requirements
- Becoming an Illinois-Certified Teacher
- New Teachers
- Experienced Teachers
Certification Forms for Teachers
- F77-03 Certificate Renewal Plan
- F77-04 Claim for Credit for Activities in the Certificate Renewal Plans
- F77-05 Evidence of Completion for Certification Process of NBPTS
- F77-06 Summary of Professional Development Activities
- F77-07 Application for Renewal of Standard/Master Certificates
- F77-08 Notification of Change in Teaching Circumstances
- F77-17 Appeal to LPDC’s Recommendation for Nonrenewal of Standard or Master Certificate
- F77-18 Appeal to the State Teacher Certification Board
- More forms…
