MTEL and Teacher Licensure
The Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) are a state certification requirement. In order to become a certified teacher in Massachusetts, you must pass the appropriate sections (see below for more information) of the MTEL.
BTR requires all applicants to submit all past MTEL scores. Applicants who have not yet taken the MTEL must sign up for and indicate a future test date. While a passing score on the MTEL is not a strict requirement for admission, BTR strongly encourages all applicants to prepare for and take all appropriate sections as early in the process as possible.
Elementary candidates should take both the Reading and Writing subtests of the Communication & Literacy Skills Test and the General Curriculum Test. To receive the elementary license, Teacher Residents will also need to pass the Foundations of Reading Test; most Residents take that test during the residency year, after having completed appropriate coursework in the program.
Middle school and high school candidates should take the Communication & Literacy Skills Test and the appropriate subject area test (e.g., middle school math, high school biology).
