Applicant Advisories
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New Requirements for K-5 Alternate Route Teachers
In addition to the 200 hours of formal instruction required of alternate route teachers, novice K-5 alternate route teachers hired as of October 31, 2009 must complete an additional 90 hours of instruction, for a total of 290 hours, in a department-approved program. Of these 90 hours, 45 are in the teaching of mathematics at the K-5 level and 45 are in the teaching of language arts literacy at the K-5 level. This requirement may be fulfilled by previously completed coursework or through previous experience. See details at N.J.A.C. 6A:9-8.3(b)5.
Following is a list of agencies whose curricula have been approved to offer the 45 hour programs. Information regarding available classes and registration processes may be obtained through the contact information below. Note that the fee for this instruction at regional training centers is $325 for each 45 hour course. The for-credit programs charge tuition which will vary depending on the college/university offering the class.
Approved 45 Hour Programs for Holders of an Elementary K-5 CE – Regional Training Centers
Morris-Union Jointure Commission, Diane Viola-Henriksen, 908-464-7625 x1109, dhenriksen@mujc.org, http://www.mujc.org/programs_artp.html
Relay Graduate School of Education, Julie Young, 347-835-7339, Newark@relayschool.org.
Rutgers University – Center for Effective School Practices, Mary Ellen Morris, rutgersmathliteracy45@gmail.com.
Saint Peter’s College, James Jacobson, Michelle Cassaro, 201-761-6190 jjacobson@spc.edu ; MCassaro@spc.edu
The Richard Stockton College, Lynne Basner Gale, galel@stockton.edu or alternate.route@stockton.edu
Approved 45 Hour Programs for Holders of an Elementary K-5 CE – For-Credit Programs
Kean University, Melissa Tomich, tomichm@kean.edu
New Pathways to Teaching in New Jersey, Sachie Tsumura-Tmart, 201-200-3573, newpathways@njcu.edu, www.nptnj.org. (also available as a non-credit program)
Below is a list of courses that, if previously completed, meet the requirement for the language arts/literacy or mathematics requirement, as applicable:
Centenary College: EDU 3041 Foundations of Literacy in Elementary Education
EDU 3052 Elementary Teaching Methodology (math)College of Saint Elizabeth:
Ed.357 Literacy in Early Childhood, Elementary Education
Math 145: Fundamental Concepts of Mathematics (if taken as an education major)
ED 605: Reading and Language Arts: Theory and PracticeFairleigh Dickinson University: EDUC6818 Language Development and Literacy I
EDUC6820 Problem-solving Strategies for Elementary MathematicsKean University: EMSE 5314 Intro to Language Arts & Reading
EMSE 5323 Current Theory & Practice in Teaching MathematicsMonmouth University: EDL326 Literacy Instruction in K-5 Educational Settings I
ED360 Methods of Teaching Elementary MathematicsMontclair State University: Read 500 The Nature of Reading
Math 577 Mathematics Education in the Elementary SchoolNew Jersey City University: LTED 605 Literacy in the Elementary Curriculum
LTED 608 Elementary and Middle School Language Arts/Literacy
LTED 648 Solving Reading Problems at the Elementary Level
MATH 604 Math in the Urban Schools
MATH 608 Seminar in Modern Elementary School MathematicsRider University GLTP-502 Curriculum and Instruction in Reading/Language Arts: Early Literacy
GLTP-510 Curriculum and Teaching in the Elementary School I: MathematicsRutgers University – Camden: 50:964:309 Developmental Literacy
Rutgers –GSE: 15:254:543- Teaching Elementary School Mathematics
15:299:514- Literacy Development in the Early YearsSaint Peter’s College EE 204 Teaching Language Arts: Elem School and 206 and Teaching Reading in the Elementary School (must successfully complete both courses to meet the requirement)
EE 204 Teaching Language Arts: Elem School and GE 570 Foundations of the Reading
Curriculum (must successfully complete both courses to meet the requirement)
EE 212 Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary SchoolWilliam Paterson University: CIEE 229 Literacy and Learning in Inclusive Classrooms
CIEE 512 Reading, Language Arts and Literature in Inclusive Classrooms
CIEE 329 Math Methods and Assessment for Teaching K-5
CIEE 513 Math Methods and Assessment for Teaching K-5
Elementary K-5 novice teachers who have completed a course that appears to meet this requirement at a New Jersey college or university that is not listed above or at an out of state college or university may submit a Verification of Completion: 45 Hour K-5 Reading or Math Equivalent form with a transcript and course description for consideration. The form is available on the Department website at http://www.nj.gov/education/educators/license/forms.htm
New Requirement for Certificate of Eligibility
“An Introduction to the Teaching Profession: A 24 Hour Pre-service Program”
Changes recently enacted pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:9-8.1, 8.3 and 6A:9-11.1 will affect alternate route candidates for licensure in the coming months. Candidates seeking Certificates of Eligibility (CE) must complete a minimum of 24 hours of formal instruction prior to issuance of the CE and as part of application requirements. This prescribed program of study, “An Introduction to the Teaching Profession: A 24 Hour Pre-service Program , ” is offered through department-authorized providers throughout the state or through equivalent coursework documented on a transcript from a New Jersey regionally accredited four-year college or university. Coursework from out-of-state institutions does not fulfill this requirement.
This requirement became effective on September 1, 2009, for candidates seeking a preschool through grade three (P-3) CE. It became effective on October 31, 2009, for candidates seeking elementary, N-12 subject area, English as a Second Language, Students with Disabilities, Bilingual, and career and technical education CEs.
Holders of Certificates of Eligibility with Advanced Standing or provisional or standard certificates in another instructional area will not be required to complete this study. Candidates whose completed applications were submitted to the Office of Licensure and Credentials as of October 30, 2009 (August 31, 2009 for P-3 applicants) will not be required to enroll in this 24 - hour program. A complete application consists of the application itself, the fee, an official transcript and the oath of allegiance/verification of accuracy. If such applicants are denied a certificate for any reason, e.g., low GPA, did not have the requisite number of credits, etc., the person will have to take the 24 - hour course.
Following is a list of agencies that have been approved to offer the 24 - hour programs. Information regarding available classes and registration processes may be obtained through the contact information below.
Approved 24 - Hour Programs for the P-3 CE
Kean University, Michael Knight, mknight@kean.edu
Monmouth University, Dr. Jason Barr, jbarr@monmouth.edu, http://www.monmouth.edu/academics/schools/education/provisionalprogram.asp
Montclair State University, Liz Kendall, Kendalle@mail.montclair.edu
New Jersey City University, Dr. Regina M. Adesanya, radesanya@njcu.edu, 201-200-3192
The College of New Jersey, Dr. Jody Eberly, jeberly@tcnj.edu
William Paterson University, Dr. Holly Seplocha, seplochah@wpunj.edu
The following courses will be accepted to fulfill the P-3 requirement if they have been previously completed:
Kean University
Course title: Foundations of Early Childhood and Family Studies
Course prefix and number: EC 5000William Paterson University
Course title: Teaching as a Profession
Course prefix and number: CIED 203
Approved 24 Hour Programs for Elementary K-5, N-12 Subject Area, ESL, and Career and Technical Education CE
Elizabeth Regional Training Center, Stephen J. Williams, williast@elizabeth.k12.nj.us
Kean University, Melissa Tomich, tomichm@kean.edu
Monmouth County Vocational School District, Dana Schaed, dana_schaed@mcvsd.org, http://www.mcvsd.org/adult/Adult_Education/Welcome.html
Monmouth University, Dr. Jason Barr, jbarr@monmouth.edu, http://www.monmouth.edu/academics/schools/education/provisionalprogram.asp
Morris-Union Jointure Commission, Diane Viola-Henriksen, 908-464-7625 x1109, dhenriksen@mujc.org, http://www.mujc.org/programs_artp.html
New Pathways to Teaching in New Jersey, (http://www.njcu.edu/Career_Development.aspx)
Relay GSE/North Star Academy, Julie Young, 347-835-7339, Newark@relayschool.org, http://www.relayschool.org/nj-pre-service-program/
Rowan University, Lynne Levy, levy@rowan.edu, http://www.rowan.edu/alternateroute/
Rutgers University – Center for Effective School Practices, Mary Ellen Morris, rutgerspreservice@gmail.com
Saint Peter’s College, James Jacobson, Michelle Cassaro, 201-761-6190 jjacobson@spc.org ; MCassaro@spc.edu
Salem County Vocational Technical School, Jennifer Bates, jbates@scvts.org
Thomas Edison State College, Dr. Susan Davenport, heavin@tesc.edu
The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, Lynne Basner Gale, altroute altroute@stockton.edu, www.ettc.net
William Paterson University, Georgette Van Vliet, vanvlietg@wpunj.edu, 973-720-6240
The following courses will be accepted to fulfill this requirement for elementary, N-12 subject area, ESL or CTE candidates if they have been previously completed:
The College of Saint Elizabeth ED 603 Curriculum Theory and Practice
Monmouth University ED 510-50 Foundations of Education
Ramapo College of New Jersey Educ 222 Teaching: Principles and Practices
Rutgers University – Camden 50:964:101 Fundamentals of the Teaching Profession
William Paterson University CIED 203 Teaching as a Profession
Kean University EMSE 2800, 2801, 2802 Sophomore Field Experience 2
EC 2900 Field Experiences in Multicultural Early Childhood Settings
FA 2900 Sophomore Field for Art Ed.
MUS 2900 Sophomore Field for Music
EC 3300 Teaching and Learning in Early Childhood Education
EC 3400 Student Teaching in Early Childhood Education
EMSE 3800, 3801, 3802 Preprofessional Field Experience
PED 2800 Sophomore Field Experience Physical Education/Health
ATTENTION: ONLINE APPLICATION SUBMISSION REQUIRED AS OF MAY 1, 2009
In order to reduce the amount of time required to process requests for certification, the Office of Licensure & Credentials can only accept online submissions for certification beginning May 1, 2009. Elimination of the majority of paper applications will vastly reduce the numerous delays in processing due to handwriting errors and missing information.
With regard to internet accessibility, 90 percent of college-educated individuals have personal access. Those applicants who do not have internet access at home may do so through a public library.
Exceptions to this policy, where paper applications will be accepted from the general public after May 1, include:
- Non-citizen instructional certificates: these are granted to non-citizens for a five year period, renewable twice.
- Transcript evaluations: These cost $70 compared to a typical full application fee of $190 and define what additional coursework, if any, is needed for a particular certificate. No evaluation applications are accepted May 15 to October 15.
****Attention alternate route provisional teachers hired January 8, 2008 and after
A new $100 administrative fee for processing of the initial standard certificate for alternate route candidates went into effect on January 8, 2008. Candidates must now pay this fee online when applying for their standard certificate. A copy of the confirmation page should be given to their district contact person for submission with the final, summative evaluation upon completion of the Provisional Teacher Program.
Attention On-line Credit Card Users:
If paying for your certification by credit card, please note that these fees are non-refundable pursuant to NJAC 6A:9-5.4. However, if you experience a problem using TCIS while paying by credit card, please email us at: certapplication@doe.state.nj.us Please describe the nature of the problem you experienced and include your name and contact information. A customer service representative will contact you to address the issue.
It is strongly advised that all applicants become thoroughly familiar with the information provided in the New Jersey Licensing Code, which outlines the specific requirements for each certification and endorsement.
ATTENTION APPLICANTS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL CERTIFICATION (ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WITH SUBJECT MATTER SPECIALIZATION): Applicants for the Elementary School with Subject Matter Specialization endorsements must first apply and be eligible for at least a CE in K-5 Elementary. Applicants may apply simultaneously for both the K-5 CE and the Elementary School with Subject Matter Specialization CE. In addition, candidates for the Elementary school with subject matter specialization endorsements must complete study in adolescent development in order to obtain the standard certificate. Beginning with the 2004-05 school year, alternate route candidates who have completed regional training will have met the adolescent study requirement.
ATTENTION APPLICANTS FOR TEACHER OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: Applicants must first hold a CE, CEAS or Standard instructional certificate (Elementary K-5, K-12 English, K-12 Math, etc.), or must apply and be eligible for an instructional certificate (Elementary K-5, K-12 English, K-12 Math, etc.) in order to be eligible for the Teacher of Students with Disabilities certificate. Click here for further details.
USE OF CUSTOMER SERVICE PHONE LINES. Applicants are encouraged to use this web site to locate general and more detailed information regarding New Jersey licensure and certification. We ask your cooperation in reserving the customer service phone lines for inquiries by individuals who have previously submitted an online or paper application for certification.
APPLICATION PROCESSING TIME: It takes approximately 10 to 12 weeks from the time the Office of Licensure and Credentials receives all of your documentation to process your application. Please keep these time frames in mind when making inquiries about your application status.
SUBMISSION ALERT FOR ONLINE APPLICANTS. Please do not submit both an online application and a paper application for the same credential! Doing so will delay your application review.
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