A new emergency rule has extended the dates for preparation programs to recommend teacher candidates for an emergency certificate. To be recommended for this certificate, candidates must have met all program completion requirements with the exception of one or more assessments. Read the announcement.
News
The latest information on upcoming events, deadlines, and other news related to the Professional Educator Standards Board and the Paraeducator Board.
ParaPro assessment now available for remote testing
Beginning February 2, 2021, you can take the ParaPro assessment remotely from your own computer at home or another secure location. Read the announcement.
Free WEST-B practice tests are now available
Washington candidates now have access to a free, interactive, full-length practice test for each of the Washington Educator Skills Test—Basic (WEST—B) subtests. Read the announcement.
PESB and Paraeducator Board will convene virtually for January meetings
Our January meetings for the Professional Educator Standards Board and the Paraeducator Board will be held virtually next week. Read the announcement.
Annual RWT report now available
The annual RWT report is now available. The report highlights program data from the school year, explores successes and challenges, and shares valuable stories from students, teachers, and other program partners. Read the announcement.
Grant funds available to “grow your own” future teachers
The Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB) is offering planning grants of $10,000 to increase opportunities for historically underserved students as they explore careers in education. Read the announcement.
Learn about the journey to becoming a teacher with teachwa.org
Teachwa.org, a website to help future teachers navigate their journey into the classroom, is now available to help you better understand your options. Read the announcement.
