Teacher candidate credential files are used when applying for teaching positions at the elementary and secondary level. Students pursuing teaching certification or an MAT and applying for jobs outside of elementary and secondary teaching do NOT use teacher candidate credential files.
When your teacher candidate credential file is complete, career planning will send a copy, per your written request, to schools and school systems where you seek employment. Career planning sends teacher candidate credential files when your written request includes the name and address of where you want your file sent, your signature, and $10.00 for each copy to be sent (first one is free). Career planning will not process requests until your file is complete (with the exception of Praxis results and your teaching certificate).
A complete teacher candidate credential file includes:
- One copy of the most current transcript from all colleges and universities attended. Submit your most current ASC transcript, but be sure to resubmit another copy when your degree is conferred.
- Three, maximum of five, ASC recommendation forms with attached letters of recommendation (attached letters of recommendation are optional).
- A copy of your teaching certificate and/or Praxis-II results. Many student teachers are still waiting for Praxis results at the time of the interviewing process. Therefore, we will forward your credential file before receiving these documents. You must then take the responsibility of sending your PRAXIS results or certificate directly to the schools systems.
- A signed release of records and waiver of right to access records form. The waiver of right to access records part of the form is optional but highly recommended since school systems prefer confidential files and some will not except non-confidential files.
- A signed on-campus interviewing agreement.
Documents NOT kept in your credential file:
- Resume
- Any other materials not requested in the above section