NBPTS seeks to identify and recognize teachers who effectively enhance student learning and demonstrate the high level of knowledge, skills, abilities and commitments reflected in five core propositions.

Please check with individual school district liaisons regarding candidate support and incentives as this list may not reflect recent developments.  This is a partial list:

BLUE SPRINGS: The school district provides NBCTs with a 5% increase of their salary (not the base) for the life of the certificate.

CRAWFORD COUNTY R-I: National Board Certified Teachers are placed in the highest column on the salary schedule.

Since 1987, National Board for Professional Teaching Standards has advanced the quality of teaching and learning by developing professional standards for accomplished teaching, creating a voluntary system to certify teachers who meet those standards. For over two decades, Missouri teachers have participated in this enrichment process. Currently, no state financial assistance is available.

The department is transitioning to the comprehensive Missouri Leadership Development System with the first- and second-year mentoring program. For more background, please visit the MLDS page.  

Registration to receive a mentor is open each year from April 1 through October 31.

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With approximately 2,200 principals and 1,300 assistant principals currently serving in Missouri schools, an estimated 1,100 administrator certificates issued annually and ro

Leadership Academy 2026-27 41st Class

Leadership Academy is part of the Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) which cultivates effective school leaders who: