Certification

The Regional Superintendent of Education’s office issues, registers and monitors teacher and administrator certificates for approximately 2,100 educators in Iroquois and Kankakee counties.  Continuing Professional Development Unit (CPDU) opportunities are provided for teacher recertification and Administator’s Academies are offered on a continuing basis to assist superintendents and principals fulfill their certification requirements.

The following resources are available to assist educators through the certification process:

• The Educator's Certification System (ECS)- web-based system used for teacher Recertification
• Certification Forms- link to certification forms avaiable on the ISBE website
• CPDU Values for Professional Development Activities - explains the collaboration and partnership activities related to improving the teacher's knowledge and skills as a teacher.
• Procedures for Moving from Initial to Standard Level of Certification- Explanation of process for teachers to move from initial to standard certificate
• Provisional Certification Application- for out-of-state educators holding valid out-of-state certification
• Substitute Teaching Information - For individuals who do not hold an Illinois Teaching Certificate