Becoming a Teacher in Kansas
- Education:
- Earn a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Complete a state-approved teacher preparation program.
- Testing:
- Pass the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators tests.
- Pass the appropriate Praxis Subject Assessments for your teaching area.
- Application:
- Submit an application to the Kansas State Department of Education.
- Complete a background check.
Becoming a School Principal in Kansas
- Experience:
- Gain at least five years of teaching experience.
- Education:
- Earn a master’s degree in educational leadership or administration.
- Complete a state-approved building leadership program.
- Licensure:
- Obtain a building leadership license from the Kansas State Department of Education.
Becoming a Superintendent in Kansas
- Experience:
- Acquire experience as a school principal or in a district-level administrative role.
- Education:
- Earn a specialist degree or doctorate in educational leadership.
- Complete a state-approved district leadership program.
- Licensure:
- Obtain a district leadership license from the Kansas State Department of Education.
