National Board Certified Teacher
Nevada
Nevada ranks 22nd in the nation for the number of National Board Certified teachers who have either completed the initial NBPTS Certification process or gone through the Maintenance of Certification (MOC).
Some of the top districts in the state of Nevada's NB Network are:
- Clark County
- Washoe County
- Lyon County
- Carson City
- Elko County
What are the benefits of being an NBCT in NV?
Nevada NBCT Financial Incentives
Nevada is one of the states that recognizes National Board Certification for monetary stipends. Teachers in Nevada receive an annual 5% salary increase, above their normal salary. This increase is for the life of the certificate and is contingent on availability of funding.
State Recognition
In Nevada, National Board Certified Teachers are eligible to receive a total of six renewal credits to be applied to their teaching licenses. For more information make sure that you visit the Nevada Department of Education Website for the most up-to-date information.
Educational Credits
Some Universities within the state of Nevada may offer educational credits or graduate hours to teachers pursuing NBPTS Certification. Nevada teachers are urged to check with their local universities to see if credit is an option.
NBPTS Support Options
NBPTS support offerings are available in some areas of Nevada. Regardless of these offerings, it is important to know that you have options and that you recognize the importance of working with other teachers or NBCTs in order to collaborate. The following virtual collaboration options, offered by Tracey Bryant Stuckey, are available to candidates:
- Creating your Component 3 Portfolio (For Initial Candidates)
- Creating your Component 4 Portfolio (For Initial Candidates)
- Renew Like a Pro (For Maintenance of Certification Candidates)
These PD experiences offer collaboration with teachers across the nation and by the end, teachers will be ready to submit their NB Portfolio.
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