Non-renewable License (MN)

Language Credentialing

Published on: 8/27/2017

Non-renewable License (MN)

Description
The Non-renewable License is for those with a specific skill for which a district has a demonstrated need.
Special Permissions Valid for 3 years
Employment: Required

State Information
State: Minnesota
Contact Phone: 651-582-8691
Contact Email: [email protected]
For more information please visit the state website: http://mn.gov/board-of-teaching/beaneducator/permissions/

Notes
The school administration must demonstrate a need for a community expert where no licensed or limited licensed teachers can fill the position. The school district must submit candidate's application to the Minnesota Board of Teaching Applicants may work toward Full Professional License while teaching.

Minimum Academic Background
In most states, teachers must have a minimum academic background for certification.
The following is required for this route:
BA Degree + Completed State Approved Teacher Education Program

Prior Certification: Must NOT have Current (STATE) Certification

Notes
The Board of Teaching will examine applicant's qualifications, the need for variance from normal teacher requirements, and the school's need for a non-licensed teacher. As of 2016, No Basic Skills Exams Required

Notes:
Other listed languages: Norwegian, Native American: Ojibwe, Swedish. Non-licensed expert must have demonstrated expertise in area of need for the district.

Applying to the State
In most states, teachers must apply to the state Individually or through their local School District, or Teacher Program Institution. Requirements for the application are outlined below:

Application Submission: School District
Online at: https://w1.education.state.mn.us/MIDMSWEB/MDELogin.html

School District Requirements:
Verification of Employment
Verification of Search for a Certified Teacher

Background Check
Required
Online at: https://w1.education.state.mn.us/MIDMSWEB/MDELogin.html

Renewal: Nonrenewable
District plan will describe time frame of employment for Non-Licensed Community Expert.

Notes:
Applicant approval may depend on the contents of the school district's plan including content areas they will teach and the district's efforts to hire certified teachers.
Fingerprint card requests available from Student Services, 612-625-3339; or Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) Personnel Licensing, 1500 Highway 36 West, Roseville, MN 55113; 651-582-8691.