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Elementary Education K-6 Teacher
License Description Elementary School Teachers teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level. Note: Elementary Education K-6 has taken the place of the Early Childhood P-4 Teacher license. Spring of 2015 was the last time Institutions could take students into the Early Childhood P-4 program. The Early Childhood P-4 Teacher license will cease to be issued after current students matriculate through the programs. Requirements: 1) Must have a Bachelor's degree with 18 semester hours of elementary education and specified requirements. 2) Must successfully complete the required criminal background check. 3) Must secure a signed recommendation by the Institutional Certifying Officer. 4) Other requirements/provisions as specified by State law or State Board of Education. Examinations and fees: All teachers must have successfully completed the following testing: Praxis $135.00, License Renewal (every 5 years): $75.00
Licensing Agency
Arkansas Department of Education
Office of Educator Licensure
Four Capitol Mall, Room 106-B
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 682 4342
David.baca@ade.arkansas.gov
Active Status Active
Active Military/Veterans A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval
Certification Certification required
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record Background check required
Education Specific course required
Exam State exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 06/28/2022
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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