Lesley Degree and Certificate Programs
ONLINE PROGRAMS
Certificate Programs
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Emergent Technologies
Internet & Society
Mathematics in Education
Online Teaching
Science in Education
Special Education
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Master's Degree Programs
Effective Teaching, M.Ed.
Individually Designed Program for Educators, M.Ed.
Mathematics Education, M.Ed.
Science in Education, M.Ed.
Educational Technology, M.Ed.
LOW RESIDENCY PROGRAMS
Ph.D. in Educational Studies with Specialization in Adult Learning
Ph.D. in Educational Studies with Specialization in Educational Leadership
M.S. in Ecological Teaching and Learning
TEACHER CERTIFICATION FOR EDUCATORS in OHIO
A supplemental teaching license allows educators holding a currently valid Ohio standard teaching certificate or license to teach in a supplemental area, at the request of an employing Ohio school district, while they are in the process of obtaining standard licensure for that area.
Initial Requirements for a Supplemental Teaching License for an Endorsement:
- A currently valid standard Ohio teaching certificate or license;
- Appropriate prerequisite credential as specified for the endorsement area;
- 6 semester hours in the requested endorsement area
The employing school district shall assign a teacher with a teaching experience and licensure in the area in which the supplemental teaching license is requested to serve as a mentor to the supplemental teaching license holder.
There are two options available to obtain a Supplemental Teaching License. Eligibility for the Endorsement to be added to the Standard License:
Option A -Completion of an approved program of preparation and submission of an application through the college/university where the program was completed.
Option B (Ohio Department of Education Equivalent Review) - This evaluation may be requested only by educators who currently hold a supplemental license and are requesting an Ohio Department of Education equivalent review for full licensure.
- Completion of 20 semester hours of coursework specifically in the endorsement area and completed application;
- Verification from the employing superintendent that the supplemental teaching license holder has taught successfully in the licensure area for a minimum of two years.
Should you have additional questions on educator certification, contact the Ohio Department of Education.
Authorization and Educator Licensure in Ohio
Authorization: Lesley University is not required to seek authorization to operate in Ohio based on Lesley's current activity within this state, as determined by the Ohio Board of Regents.
Educator Licensure: Higher education authorization and educator licensing approval are separate entities. For more information on educator licensure, visit the
Ohio Department of Education.