You are already an accomplished teacher so don’t get discouraged and give up on this journey! Connect the NBPTS standards to your own teaching practices and start taking notes using the standards language. If possible, take advantage of purchasing one-on-one support because it is worth every penny!!
UCLA National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS)
Our mission is to create an inclusive, collaborative community where teachers refine their practice through careful analysis and meaningful reflection. We strive to make every session a model of accomplished teaching where diverse members are encouraged to learn and grow, together, as professional educators.
The UCLA National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) Project is committed to supporting educators pursuing the rigorous National Board Certification Process. National Board Certification is a nation-wide certification, recognizing the work of accomplished teachers and their contributions to student achievement. The UCLA NBPTS Project has been supporting National Board candidates for over twenty-five years, offering support throughout a candidate’s certification journey. The UCLA NBPTS Project brings accomplished teaching to the forefront by supporting educators to achieve the highest level of teaching excellence.
Quotes from Participants
The support from UCLA NBTC has been exceptional. While the process was initially confusing, the guidance and strategies provided were invaluable in helping me navigate Components 2 and 3 without feeling overwhelmed or giving up. This support has been incredibly valuable and essential.
Start early, don’t wait until the last minute; attend the sessions because it helps fine tune and confirm what to, how to, etc.
…the process has made me a more thoughtful teacher. I think about everything I present, and how it is relevant to my students. I feel so empowered as an educator to be on the other side of this process now.
I was burnt out. Going through this process has reignited my energy, reflection, and outlook towards teaching.
I have become a better educator because I am intentional and reflective when planning my lessons. I create opportunities for my students to assess their work and build relationships with them by talking to them about their interests, progress, and next steps.
My certification was in early literacy, but the process also impacted the way I teach other subjects, how I work with my colleagues and admin, and the relationships I build with my students and their families.
I loved the support from UCLA.
The UCLA NBPTS Project stands in solidarity with Black Lives Matter. We pledge to actively work to dismantle the systemic racism that is present in education. That work begins with us as we examine our day-to-day practice as teachers. Every child deserves to experience the positive impact that an accomplished Black educator can have on their learning. We support candidates who want to be more thoughtful, more informed, more intentional teacher-activists in their educational settings.
