• Teacher Licensure
    The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) requires that teachers be licensed in the content area/grade level in which they are employed. The Human Resources Department is available to support your efforts to maintain the currency of your license. Please see the list of frequently asked questions below for helpful information about the licensure process.


    Out-of-State License Holders and Individuals without a Teaching Degree
    Tje Kansas legislation has made it possible for individuals with a degree outside of the field of education who have not gone through an accredited teaching program to obtain licensure for the purpose of teaching Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses or courses in science, math, engineering, technology or finance. Please visit the KSDE website for more information. 

    Out-of-State license holders who wish to be considered for employment with USD 497 should contact KSDE before applying to see what they will need to do in order to become licensed in the state of Kansas.

    Human Resources refers all out-of-state licensed, STEM degree, and Career and Technical Education (CTE) credential holders to the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) for updated information on the requirements for obtaining a Kansas Teaching License.

FAQ: How do I...?

Check the expiration date of my license

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    The expiration date is located on your license. To view your license you can look up the date by following this link to the KSDE website here.
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Renew or upgrade my current Kansas license

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    We refer all Certified and prospective staff to the KSDE website for the most up-to-date information on licensure procedures and fees. You can follow this link to be directed to their licensure page.  
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View or print my current license

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    KSDE no longer prints licenses for teachers. All teachers must go to the KSDE website and download a PDF. Current employees must send a copy of their license to the Human Resources Department once it has been updated. Follow this link to view or download a copy of your license.

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Complete the employment verification or teacher mentor portion of my application

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    As part of the application process, KSDE will request verification directly from LPS Human Resources. If you have questions, please contact Susan Kober at 785-330-1620 or susan.kober@usd497.org.
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Find out what I can teach with my license

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    KSDE has set guidelines on what types of endorsements are required for specific grade levels and content area. They list this information in their licensed personnel guide.
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Change my name or address with KSDE

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    KSDE has a form teachers must fill out to change their name on their license.  The form can be found here.
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Get fingerprinted

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    If your licensure application requires fingerprinting, current employees can contact Karen Henley at karen.henley@usd497.org for more information and to schedule an appointment.
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  • Need Assistance?  
    KSDE Licensure Office:
    Licensure Operator 
    785-296-2288
    Building Hours
    M-F 8am - 5pm
     
     
    USD497 Licensure Contact:
    HR Specialist
    Susan Kober
    785-330-1620