Tips & Hints for NBC Candidates

New NEA-AFT Guide for Teachers

NEA and the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) recently joined forces to publish a practical guide that helps educators seeking certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.

A Candidate's Guide to National Board Certification 2006-07 ( PDF, 973 KB, 67 pp.), capitalizes on the experiences of those who have already earned this credential. The publication includes practical tips for:

• Staying organized
• Creating a schedule
• Understanding the National Board standards
• Assembling your portfolio
• Creating your videotapes
• Documenting your accomplishments

The guide also includes hands-on exercises, and hints and advice from National Board Certified Teachers.

Related Links

National Board Certification -- Articles and profiles about the certification process and teachers who have achieved it.

National Board Certification of Teachers -- NEA's position on National Board Certification (NBC) and information on NBC summits, research, and help for candidates and teacher profiles.

National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) -- Home site of the NBPTS, an independent, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization governed by a board of directors, the majority of whom are classroom teachers. NBPTS is leading the way in advancing the quality of teaching and learning by maintaining high standards for professional performance.