Department of Education
Dr. Tim Webb, Commissioner
Teacher Licensing
Welcome to the Tennessee Teacher Licensing Website.
It is our intent to help clarify the requirements necessary to become a licensed teacher in Tennessee. We view the operation of this office as an important link in providing a quality education to each student in Tennessee. Our staff is dedicated to helping all educators to attain the license and teaching endorsements for which they are qualified. We welcome your questions and feedback.
Best wishes in your quest to become a licensed teacher in Tennessee.
Vance D. Rugaard, Executive Director
How To...
- Become a licensed teacher
- Add Degree/Endorsement to License
- Apply for a Permit to Teach
- Obtain, Renew, or Advance an Administrator License
- Become a Teacher with work experience
- Change Name & Address on License
- Receive a Duplicate License
- Renew Your License
- Contact Teacher Licensing
- Find License or Submitted Application Status
Additional Information...
NOTE:
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Contact Information
Office of Teacher Licensing
Tennessee Department of Education
4th Floor, Andrew Johnson Tower
710 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN 37243
Contact us: Education.Licensing
Phone: (615) 532-4885
Fax: (615) 532-1448
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