- 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.
Certificate Types
Administrative
District Sponsored
Special
Services
- Type C: Provisional (2-year)
- Type C: Regular (5-year)
- Type K: Advanced Special Services
- Type C: Reemployment
District Sponsored
Misc. Certificates
and Processes
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
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Processing Status
Due to increased volume, application processing time is delayed.
Applications are reviewedin the order they are received.
The current processing time is 4-5 weeks.
Click here for the processing dates of each queue.
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Updates
With the transition to our new online application system, as of 10/1/24, we are no longer accepting supporting documents via email, as this may delay the processing of your certification. Please upload all documentation directly to your application in TEACH-AK.
Please be advised that the Teacher Certification Office will only be taking calls between 10:00am - 12:00pm and 2:00pm - 4:00pm Alaska time to expedite the processing of applications. If your inquiry is urgent, please leave a voicemail with your name, phone number, email address, and a detailed question.
Fall 2024 Temporary Teacher Certification Provisions are listed above.
Contact Us
Questions:
Phone: 907-465-2831
Email: tcwebmail@alaska.gov
IT Support: eed.tech@alaska.gov
Voicemail messages will be returned within 48 hours
Mailing Address for fingerprint cards:
Alaska Dept. of Education & Early Development
PO Box 110500
Juneau, AK 99811-0500
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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
Extend your Certificate
Renew your Certificate
Add an endorsement
Quick Links
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