Becoming a Teacher in West Virginia
- Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Completion of a state-approved teacher preparation program
- Testing Requirements
- Pass the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators tests (or meet exemption criteria)
- Pass the appropriate Praxis Subject Assessments for your teaching area
- Application Process
- Apply for certification through the West Virginia Department of Education
- Submit official transcripts, test scores, and other required documentation
- Complete a background check
- Licensure
- Obtain an Initial Professional Teaching Certificate, valid for 3 years
- Complete beginning educator induction and evaluation programs
Becoming a School Principal in West Virginia
- Education and Experience
- Master’s degree in educational leadership or related field
- At least three years of teaching experience
- Certification
- Complete a state-approved educational leadership program
- Pass the Praxis Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision test
- Application Process
- Apply for the Professional Administrative Certificate through the WV Department of Education
- Provide documentation of teaching experience and program completion
Becoming a Superintendent in West Virginia
- Education and Experience
- Master’s degree (doctorate preferred)
- Valid teaching certificate and administrative certificate
- At least three years of management or supervisory experience in education
- Certification
- Complete specific graduate-level coursework in school law, finance, and leadership
- Pass the Praxis School Superintendent Assessment
- Application Process
- Apply for the Superintendent Certificate through the WV Department of Education
- Provide documentation of all qualifications and experience
