New Mexico Teacher Reciprocity Agreements

New Mexico offers teachers from out-of-state the ability to earn New Mexico teaching certification based on previous
experience, education and certification from other states. Applicants will need to complete the following:

• Earned Bachelor’s Degree or higher (from accredited institution)
• Provide a copy of at least 1 current valid teaching license issued by a state
  education agency, Department of Defense School or foreign country that is comparable to
  the license they are seeking
• Have completed a standard or alternative teacher preparation program
• Provide copies of test scores for exams required to receive the license
• Provide evidence of having satisfactorily taught under their out-of-state/country licenses; or
  combination of valid licenses

For more information, explore the New
Mexico Public Education Department website or call (505) 827-5821.

The following are member states of the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement who have signed reciprocity agreements with New
Mexico.

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