How to Become a Teacher in Las Vegas
To become a teacher in Las Vegas, you need to apply to Clark County Schools, one of the largest districts in the country. Due to its growing population, Clark County recruits many teachers from out-of-state. However, Nevada does not share reciprocity with all states, so candidates should check the Nevada State Department of Education website for licensure requirements before applying.
Instructions
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Go to the Clark County School District website (see the link below). Under the “Employees” section, view the “Teacher Recruitment Video” for an overview of the district's professional development philosophy.
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Visit the application page and express an interest in becoming a teacher in Las Vegas on the "Interest Form." If you pass initial requirements, you will be allowed to apply within 2 to 3 business days.
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Complete the teacher application and bundle supporting materials (see tips below). Send a signed and printed application to the district: Recruitment Office Licensed Personnel Department, Clark County School District, 2832 E. Flamingo Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89121.
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Set up an interview after the application to teach in Las Vegas is received. Call 702-855-5414 to schedule a 30 minute interview at the district’s Education Center. The center operates Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and some Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Or request an interview with a recruiter at a location near you. See the district's website for an updated recruitment schedule.
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Obtain certification to become a teacher in Las Vegas. Out-of-state applicants can go to the “Nevada Teacher Licensure” section of the Nevada State Department of Education website. If you qualify for the basic requirements, then file for initial licensure. Send the completed packet, supporting materials (see tips below) and fee to the Southern Office: 9890 South Maryland Parkway, Suite 231, Room 234, Las Vegas, Nevada 89183.
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Submit FBI fingerprint clearance. Complete fingerprinting at the Clark County School District School Police. If this is not possible, go to Nevada State Department of Education website (see resources) to obtain the Fingerprint Authorization Form. Or ask that cards be mailed to you by calling (702) 486-6458. You can obtain fingerprints from any law enforcement agency upon payment of processing fees.
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Await an offer of employment to teach in Las Vegas. When approved for hire, you will receive an offer of employment in the mail.
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Tips & Warnings
Be sure to send the following materials when applying to become a teacher in Las Vegas: original transcripts, confidential reference forms from supervisors, student teaching evaluations, copies of test results (CBEST, Praxis I and II, if applicable), your current teaching license and your latest teacher evaluations.
If you are an out-of state teacher, provide the licensure department with the following documents: verification of teaching experience and approved program completion, test scores, fingerprint authorization and child support disclosure form.
Do not forget to send in your initial teacher license application and fees through Certified Mail with Return Receipt.
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