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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