Want to become a teacher in the great state of Indiana? If so, you have come to the right place. Below you will find a short article that lists the steps to becoming a teacher in Indiana.

Step 1: Complete an Approved Teacher Preparation Program

To teach in the U.S., educators must hold at least an undergraduate degree. The state of Indiana also requires students to complete a state-approved teacher education program to receive certification. Indiana mandates a supervised field experience in the classroom to qualify for an Initial Practitioner certificate. A list of accredited teacher education programs in Indiana can be found on the Indiana Department of Education Educator Preparation Programs page.

Teacher education programs generally consist of two elements—curriculum and field experiences. The curriculum includes typically instruction on teaching foundational skills, pedagogy (the science of teaching), and preparing students to research, create and implement learning experiences in their field of study. Field experiences often include field observations, internships, student teaching, or a combination of all three.

Step 2: Complete the Required Exams

Teacher candidates in Indiana must complete the Core Academic Skills Assessment (CASA), which includes reading, mathematics, and writing. Also, he or she must pass the Development (Pedagogy) Area Assessment(s) according to the desired grade and/or subject area.

Indiana has two tiers of licensure: Initial Practitioner and Proficient Practitioner. National Board Certification may be used as an endorsement. Learn more about earning your Indiana teaching credential through the Indiana State Department of Education.

Step 3: Submit an Indiana Teaching Credential Application

Once candidates have completed all of the requirements as stipulated by the Indiana Department of Education, the application for a teaching license must be completed via the online Licensing Verification and Information System (LVIS). Submit all of the required documentation to the Indiana Department of Education. Please allow 7-14 days for processing. Visit the Indiana Department of Education for additional details on earning teaching certification in Indiana.