Embarking on the journey to obtain Permanent or Professional certification in New York involves more than just completing coursework and passing exams; it necessitates a thorough demonstration of relevant, hands-on experience in education. This is where the OT 37 form comes into play—a crucial document for educators marching towards certification through The University of the State of New York, STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT's Office of Teaching Initiatives. Whether one aspires to secure a Permanent Certificate, requiring two years of paid work in a recognized setting, or a Professional Certificate, demanding three years, the verification of this professional journey is a pivotal step. The form meticulously records one's teaching tenure, including specifics such as the subject taught, time frames, and the educational establishment's details, each verified by an administrative figure. However, in instances where there is a discrepancy or lack of record regarding one's claimed experience in an eligible institution, the OT 37 form also outlines the supplementary evidence needed to meet the State's criteria. This might include anything from permits issued by relevant authorities to official approvals, ensuring every candidate's transition to certification is as smooth and verifiable as possible.
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| Form Name | Form Ot 37 |
| Form Length | 2 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
| Other names | ot37 professional certificate form |
The University of the State of New York
THE STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Office of Teaching Initiatives, Room
89 Washington Avenue
Albany, New York 12234
www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert
Verification of Experience for Permanent/Professional Certificate
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In response to your inquiry regarding Permanent/Professional certification in the above title, your application cannot be processed until the status of the required experience has been verified. For Permanent certification, Commissioner's Regulations require two years of paid work experience in a public or approved non- public/independent school. For Professional certification, Commissioner's Regulations require three years of paid work experience in a public or approved non- public/independent school. To have your experience considered for this requirement, please supply the information as noted below and return this form to the above address.
Name: __________________________________________________________________________________________
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Select 1 or 2:
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(Address of School)
*Experience as a teaching assistant, aide, or paraprofessional is not applicable.
**Signature of the superintendent of schools, community superintendent or borough high school superintendent is required. If experience was earned in a
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_____ 2. You listed on your application experience at __________________________________________________
We have no record that this a NYS public school or an approved
_____ (a) Photocopy of day care center permit issued by New York State Department of Social Services
or New York City Department of Health.
_____ (b) Verification of nursery school/kindergarten registration issued by New York State Education
Department, Bureau of Child Development and Parent Education.
_____ (c) Verification of private special education school approval issued by New York State Education
Department, Office of Education of Children with Handicapping Conditions.
_____ (d) Other _______________________________________________________________________
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