Use Form 4NT to renew a permit issued to an individual who is not a U.S. citizen, to work in West Virginia public schools as a teacher in the classroom.
Be physically, mentally, and emotionally qualified
Hold (or have previously held) a Non-U.S. Citizen Permit, and authorization to work in the United States
Pass required tests per
Possess an endorsement in Special Education
Have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Be enrolled in six (6) hours of coursework in Autism at an accredited college or university that offers the coursework as outlined in Policy 5202
Be employed in a county where the vacancy must have been posted with no certified individuals submitting application and an offer of employment made
Send your official transcripts to our office electronically
Please email them to cert.transcripts.wvde@k12.wv.us. If you select to send them electronically, they must be sent directly from the college or university to the Office of Certification.
To renew, you must complete six (6) hours of qualifying coursework (semester hours/Department E-learning), hold a Master’s +30 advanced salary classification, or be at least 60 years old.
Application Instructions
For instructions on how to apply for a license to work in West Virginia public schools, follow the steps detailed in the certification application process.
For more detailed instructions, see our Form 4 How-To video.