Application Materials for Certified Personnel

Your interest in employment in the Tuscaloosa City School district is appreciated. The following information explains the procedure followed for the employment of certified personnel.

Application: Applications are available on-line (see link below) to all persons wishing to apply for vacancies in the Tuscaloosa City School District. In addition to completing the on-line application, prospective teachers must submit the documentation listed below. Documentation in electronic format should be attached to the on-line application. If your documentation is on paper, please scan and save it in PDF format. If you do not have access to a scanner, we invite you to come to the Personnel Office to scan it in.

Incomplete applications will not be considered for employment.

Documentation: An application is not approved for final employment purposes until all requested documentation is on file (resume, transcripts, reference letters and teaching certificate).

• Resume. A detailed resume should be submitted.
• Transcripts. An official transcript must be provided prior to employment; however, a student copy may be submitted for interview purposes. An interview will not be conducted without a copy of the applicant's transcripts.
• References. Letters of recommendation from your most recent employers and others knowledgeable of your qualifications must be included with your application. A minimum of three (3) letters of reference is required.
• Certificate/License. You are required to submit a copy of your current certificate or license with your application. If you are a graduating student, please submit a copy of the letter from the university stating that you are starting the application process Inquiries regarding license or certification should be directed to:

  Alabama State Department of Education
  Teacher Certification Section
  P.O. Box 30210,
  Montgomery, AL 36130-2101
  (334) 242-9977
  

It is the official policy of the Tuscaloosa City Board of Education that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, national origin, age, or creed, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment.