- Cama-i, quyana tailuci!
- (Central Yup’ik)
- "Greetings, thank you for coming!"
Teacher Certification
Teacher Education and Certification Office works with school districts and universities to grant educator certifications, approve teacher preparation programs, and administer teacher recognition programs. It is committed to support the State Board of Education and Early Development's strategic priority to ensure high-quality educators for Alaska's children. TEACH AK is a NEW online system and requires a one-time registration process that all educators will need to complete prior to renewal and new applications.
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Administrative
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- Type C: Provisional (2-year)
- Type C: Regular (5-year)
- Type K: Advanced Special Services
- Type C: Reemployment
District Sponsored
Certification Information and Requirements
The Educator Application & Certification Hub Alaska (TEACH-AK) is an online certification system. Certificate holders can view, download, and print active certificates through the application dashboard. Certificate renewals, extensions, and new applications will take place within TEACH-AK.
General Information & Requirements
Processing Status
Due to increased volume, application processing time is delayed.
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Below are the approximate processing times from the date a completed application has been submitted.
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Online Renewals: 10 - 12 weeks
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First Time Applicants: 12 - 14 weeks
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Thank you for your patience.
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Updates
The Teacher Certification Office is accepting online applications for all certificate types. Paper applications will not be accepted past a postmarked date of June 1st. Application packets received after this date will be returned to sender.
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The Teacher Certification phone hours are Monday through Friday between 10:00 am - 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Please leave a voicemail with your name, phone number and email address, along with a detailed question.
Some questions are best addressed via email because we can send links and support documents. Teacher Certification will follow-up on your question within 48 hours.
Contact Us
Questions: (907) 465-2831
Messages will be returned within 48 hours
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Login/Technical Support: eed.tech@alaska.gov
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Application Documents: tcwebmail@alaska.gov
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Responsibilities of Educators Holding Alaskan Certificates
- Adhere to the Alaska Code of Ethics of the Education Profession.
- Notify the Department of Education & Early Development of name and/or any address changes (4 AAC 12.415).
- Know your certificate's effective and expiration dates. Your effective date is the date the complete application packet is received by Teacher Education and Certification. The Department of Education & Early Development does not notify individuals of impending expiration dates. Visit the Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
- Meet renewal requirements before your renewal date.
- Keep abreast of any changes in certification regulations.
- Notify a school district within 90 days of hire, of any sick leave that you expect to transfer from previous employment. (AS 14.14.107) Sick leave can only be transferred if the teacher's service has been continuous within the Alaska public school system. Continuous service is defined as up to the last day of a school term and beginning within 30 days of the start of the next school term. (4 AAC 15.040(a)(2) & 4 AAC 15.900(2))
Online Services
Certificate Lookup
Check the certification status of a teacher employed in an Alaska school district.
District Communication Hub
This portal contains detailed information on certificates and application statuses for educators, accessible only through registration and approval.
Apply for a New Certificate
Apply for a new certificate.