Pre-candidates
Curriculum: Teacher Development
Department Address
1515 Hughes Way
Long Beach, CA 90810
Department Phone
(562) 997-8083
Pre-candidates Phase I Obligations
In order to be eligible for district support for the NBPTS, each pre-candidate will be required to complete the following:
- Program application (complete with three letters of recommendation)
- Participation in 18 hours of Pre-Candidacy professional development (which may be virtual this school year.
- Completion of all assignments related to Pre-Candidacy program
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Proof of Permanent Contract (verified by OCIPD through Payroll/Personnel System)
Pre-candidates Phase II Obligations
After completion of the pre-candidate professional development, pre-candidates will submit Component two applications to the LBUSD Oversight Committee for National Board Certification. This committee will make the final decision about the advancement of pre-candidates to the LBUSD sponsored National Board candidacy.
Pre-candidates Program Information and Application (2024-2025)
Applications are due no later than Friday, October 11, 2024 at 4:00pm
Directions for NB Pre-Candidate Application Submission:
- Upload a PDF of both the application and essay using this Google Form
- Share this link with the three people that will be providing a letter of recommendation. At least one letter should be from a current administrator and/or someone who is responsible for evaluating your teaching performance.
Meeting Dates
NB Pre-candidate Information Meeting 2024 (Link)
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 from 4:00 - 5:00 PM