Certification in NJ AR Handbook – 61 All teachers must hold an instructional certificate to teach in New Jersey public schools. Similarly, educational services personnel working in one of 21 different positions such as school counselors, school nurses, reading specialists, school library media specialists, etc. must hold an educational services certificate. The certificate holder is responsible for ensuring that they hold the required certification for the position sought or held. Before obtaining employment in New Jersey, novice teachers must obtain a Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) or a Certificate of Eligibility (CE). Once employment is secured, novice teachers must be enrolled in the Provisional Teacher Process (PTP). Enrollment in the PTP is the responsibility of the hiring district. However, novice teachers are strongly encouraged to view their certificate listing online to ascertain that the district has completed the PTP enrollment process. CE holders must concurrently complete formal instruction in a DOE approved program. Both CEAS and CE holders must meet mentoring and evaluation requirements in order to receive a standard certificate. NJEA is always ready to assist members with certification questions and concerns. The NJEA Certification, Evaluation and Tenure Committee studies, reports on, and makes recommendations concerning pre-professional education, certification, evaluation and tenure. Full details about NJ certification requirements may be found online on the NJ Department of Education Certification and Induction homepage: http://www.nj.gov/education/ educators/license/ Certification applications and payments are processed online through the N.J. Teacher Certification Information System (TCIS): https:// www20.state.nj.us/DOETCISONLINEED/ login.jsp. N.J. does not issue paper certificates. A listing of certificates held is available online.
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