State Certification Requirements for Teachers of Latin
New Mexico
Certification Terminology
Licensure (Level I) with an endorsement in Latin
Grade Level of Certification:
K-12
Degree Requirement:
B.A.
Subject Matter Requirements:
24 credits
Professional Training in Education Required:
Yes
Subject Test:
No Latin subject test. All applicants must take the New Mexico Teacher Assessments (Basic Skills and Teacher Competency)
Additional Requirements for Advanced Certification:
A. Level II Licensure
- Three (3) years of successful teaching at Level I.
- Successful completion of a formal mentoring program.3. Submission of a Professional Development Dossier compiled according to state guidelines.
B. Level III Licensure
- Three (3) years of successful teaching at Level II.
- Master's degree or advanced certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.
Links:
Overview: http://www.ped.state.nm.us/licensure/index.html
Levels of Certification: http://teachnm.org/programs/professional-development-dossier/pdd-overview.html
Contact: LicensureUnit@state.nm.us
