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Teacher Recruitment & Retention

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The Division of Teacher Recruitment and Retention is the home of the Offices of Teacher Certification, School Personnel Records, and Teacher Recruitment and Retention which houses Teacher Leadership Development and Teacher Recognition.


Teacher Certification

The Office of Teacher Certification supports all accredited school districts, their employees, and aspiring teachers by providing guidance on how to achieve and maintain certifications for all teaching / administrative positions. We also serve as a resource and repository for background checks conducted on all teachers, aspiring teachers, and employees of school districts, in accordance with state statutes.

School Personnel Records

The Office of School Personnel Records (SPR) is responsible for collecting and maintaining the annual certified and support personnel reports, administrators’ salary and benefits reports, superintendents’ contracts, and approved salary schedules for each Oklahoma school district. Additionally, the office maintains the historical employment data for all certified and support school employees.

Teacher Leadership Development

Teacher Leadership Development is dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence in teaching and leadership throughout Oklahoma. Our mission is to equip educators on a journey of continuous improvement. By providing professional learning opportunities tailored for Oklahoma leaders and teachers, and enriching their practices with research-based insights, we empower educators to excel in their roles. Programs offered: Moving Up, Principals Leadership Academy, and Lead to Succeed.

Teacher Recognition

Teacher Recognition is dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating the contributions and accomplishments of educators. This area oversees the application, evaluation, and selection process for various teacher recognition awards and honors. Its primary goal is to highlight and reward exemplary teaching practices, innovation in education, and a commitment to student success. Teacher Recognition manages the Oklahoma State Teacher of the Year Program as well as assistance with coordinating scholarship programs offered by outside organizations. Additionally, this area promotes professional development opportunities for teachers to share best practices across the state.

Last Modified on Nov 08, 2024