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Certification Information for New Educators
Getting Started
Step-by-Step Process for New MCPS Educators (PDF)
Welcome to MCPS! This is a Step-by-step guide to the process for completing all necessary forms as a new MCPS employee.
Memorandum to all NEW Professional Staff (2009-2010) (PDF)
This memorandum will inform you about state certification requirements and local contingencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out our FAQ for new hires for answers to your questions.
Requirements and Testing
Form 440-24: Requirements for Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS)
A step-by-step Guide to understanding your Form 440-24.
Testing: Praxis/ACTFL (PDF)
MSDE Test Requirements for Beginning Teachers, Specialists & Administrators
Reading Coursework Requirements & Info
What are the MSDE reading requirements & where can I find the courses I need?
Local MCPS Contingencies and Requirements Information
What are local contingencies?
Salary Advancement and Supplemental Pay
Salary Advancement Information
How do I move to a new salary lane if I am a contracted MCPS professional employee on the MCEA salary schedule?
Supplemental Pay (PDF)
for Guidance Counselors, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, School Psychologists & Speech Pathologists who hold a NATIONAL License.
No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Highly Qualified Status
No Child Left Behind (NCLB) (PDF)
Link to latest MSDE HOUSSE Rubric(s) & Highly Qualified (HQ) instructions
National Board Certification
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) Certification
Frequently asked questions and contact information.
More NBPTS Web Links
Certification home page