Certification Staff
Adam Coon
Director of Personnel
(304) 466-6000 ext. 105
arcoon@k12.wv.us
Amanda Sampson
Certification Coordinator
(304) 466-6000 ext. 106
asampson@k12.wv.us
Certification Process
1. Submit the following to the Central Office:
-Employment Application (if needed)
-Transcripts
2. Meet with Summers County Schools Personnel Office to review application and complete required WVDE applications.
3. Pay required WVDE fees.
4. First time applicants must complete a background check as part of the application process.
5. First Class Permit and Alternate Certification candidates must agree to complete all program requirements including courses, tuition, and college application process. Working with the university is the responsibility of the educator.
6. Candidates for license renewal must work with the Office of Personnel to keep their license current. Questions from current educators regarding renewal can be directed to the contacts above.
Links and Resources
All Certification Forms | |
Background Check Service | |
A list of all state approved undergraduate and graduate traditional certification programs | |
Information regarding alternate certification programs |
Disclaimer: it is the responsibility of the educator to maintain active certification. As certification laws and regulations change please contact the Office of Personnel to ensure your license is up to date.