Become a teacher

Get licensed to teach in our district

To teach in a Minnesota public school, you must hold a teaching license. Minnesota uses a tiered licensure system that has different requirements based on your current education and professional experience.

Find your best licensure path

We encourage you to explore the official state resources to understand which license tier is right for you:

Tiered Licensure Overview: Check out this overview detailing the specific requirements for each of the four licensure tiers (Tier 1 through Tier 4). This is a great place to start.

Detailed Requirements: Visit the Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) website for complete information, the latest updates, and all requirements for becoming a teacher in Minnesota.

Use these tools to determine the best path to your teaching career with us!