BECOME A CERTIFIED
PRIVATE SCHOOL TEACHER
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IST’s Private School Teacher Certification Program is a fully online self-paced training course designed to prepare aspiring private school teachers with the essential skills and knowledge schools look for in new hire. The program provides the following:
To participate in IST’s Private School Teacher Certification Program, you’ll need:
Do I need a teaching degree to enroll?
No — an accredited bachelor’s degree in any subject is sufficient.
Can I study on my own schedule?
Yes, the course may be completed at your own pace, with no set deadlines.
Will this qualify me to teach?
Yes — completing this course provides a credential for teaching in private schools.
Ready to get started? Submit your application:
Join Dr. Todd Edmond on your pathway to becoming a private school teacher. With 20+ years as a history teacher and Social Studies Department Chairman, Dr. Edmond offers proven strategies, curriculum expertise, and leadership skills for excelling as a private school educator.