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Maryland Teacher Certification Exams

Prospective teachers in Maryland can use the Praxis exam(s) to receive their teacher certification. Below is a list of Praxis exams 240 can help you pass in Maryland:

Maryland Teacher Certification Requirements

To become a teacher in Maryland, you must complete the follow steps:

Meet Education Requirements

  • Educators teaching in Maine must complete an approved educator preparation program, such as a bachelor’s in education.
  • They may choose from one of many endorsements to specialize in a desired grade level and discipline. Each endorsement has its own requirements and prerequisites.

Student Teaching Requirements

  • Prospective teachers can qualify for teaching certification in Maine with the practical training provided in approved educator preparation programs.
  • These programs typically feature a field experience component of at least 30 hours.

Pass Required Exams

  • For teaching certification in Maine, prospective educators need to pass a series of Praxis tests. Regardless of level and endorsement, all educators take the Core Academic Skills For Educators and Principles of Learning and Teaching tests.
  • Those seeking an endorsement must also pass the respective test for their grade and discipline.

Apply for Certification

  • Prior to teaching in Maine, prospective educators must register on the Maine Educator Information System and submit all required documents.
  • Transcripts from approved educator preparation programs are typically sent to the Maine DOE automatically, but applicants may need to submit their own verifications.

Apply for Teaching Jobs

  • Once you have your teacher certification you can now start applying for jobs.
  • You can use job boards and search engines like Google to find open teacher positions in your area.

How Do You Maintain Teaching Certification in Maryland?

Maryland teaching certifications remain valid for five years. At the end of the five-year period, educators must renew their certification. Your school district will process your renewal request. You must complete six credits of professional development training in order to renew your certification.

How to Register For the Exams?

You can follow the following steps to register for your teacher certification exams:

  • Identify Your Exams: Determine the specific teacher certification exams you need to take. If you are a part of a certification program you should talk to your program advisor to determine which exams you need to take.
  • Create an Account: Visit the official testing service website and create an account.
  • Select Exam and Date: Login, choose your exam, and select a convenient test date and location.
  • Complete Registration: Follow instructions, provide necessary information, and pay exam fees online.

How To Study for Your Teacher Certification Exam(s)

To become a certified teacher you must pass your required exam(s). Luckily, we offer a wide variety of study guides to help you pass your exams and get closer to getting that teacher certificate. Our study guides offer practice questions, video lessons, quizzes and full length practice tests to ensure you are ready come test day! Our curriculum team studies all of the standards and competencies for the exams and cross-references them with the current and previous questions released by the official testing company. We then work with content and teaching experts to distill down what test-takers need to know. No matter where you are in the study guide, you can always see how the concept you are learning is aligned to the test standards.

Best Education Schools in Maryland

  • Johns Hopkins University
  • University of Maryland–College Park
  • Salisbury University (Seidel)
  • Towson University
  • Bowie State University
  • Frostburg State University
  • Morgan State University
  • Notre Dame of Maryland University
  • University of Maryland–Eastern Shore

Maryland Teacher Salary Information

The average Public School Teacher salary in Maryland is $59,732 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $49,875 and $72,859.

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Maryland Teacher Certification FAQs

How long does it take to get a teaching certificate in Maryland?

It takes about four years of full-time study to complete a bachelor’s in education, which will include your student teaching requirements. From there, you need to complete your certification exams and apply for your certificate.

Is there a teacher shortage in Maryland?

In 2022, the Maryland State Department of Education released data showing 2,000 teacher vacancies statewide as of September 2021.

How do I become a substitute teacher in Maryland?

The most common educational qualification to become a substitute teacher in Maryland is typically a bachelor’s degree; however, some school districts may accept candidates who have an associate’s degree (or at least 60 college credits) and experience working with students.

Is Maryland a good place to teach?

Maryland ranks 6th in WalletHub’s 2023 best states for teachers despite nationwide salary decrease.

How much do teachers aides make in Maryland?

The average salary for a teacher assistant in Maryland is $26,000 per year. Teacher assistant salaries in Maryland can vary between $16,000 to $44,500 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

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