Teacher Certification

Teacher in classroom

Choose teaching. Change the future.

Get a STEM teaching certificate through UTeach for Texas.

Do you have a degree in science, mathematics, or computer science? You’re ready to become a teacher.

Teachers prepared by university-based programs like UTeach for Texas are retained longer and their students perform better. You'll learn from the best and gain a lasting and rewarding career.

With UTeach for Texas, you will:

  • Be part of a cohort of math and science teachers all working in secondary classrooms and earning teaching credentials.
  • Participate in virtual, evening classes taught by university faculty.
  • Complete asynchronous coursework in between weekly class meetings.
  • Observe other teachers during field-based experiences throughout the year.
  • Be supported by an Induction Specialist who visits your classroom weekly.

The UTeach staff was outstanding — the professors in the virtual classes, UTeach administration, field mentors and supervisors — all had a hand in making this an amazing experience.

UTeach for Texas Cohort 1 Candidate

You must be employed by an eligible district partner in order to participate in the UTeach for Texas program. We are currently NOT enrolling a new cohort. Fill out the interest form and be informed when recruitment for the next cohort begins.

Fill out the interest form