Maryland needs innovative, inspiring teachers!
Maryland public schools welcome professionals transitioning from federal government roles. Explore a rewarding career in teaching.
Are you a federal employee seeking a meaningful career change? Your commitment to public service makes you an asset in shaping the future of education. Teaching offers the opportunity to inspire, lead, and make a lasting impact on the next generation.
Take the next step toward a fulfilling career in education. Learn more about how you can transition into teaching:
Licensure Pathways
There are multiple ways to earn a teaching license in Maryland. Traditional teacher preparation programs, offered at 22 Maryland colleges and universities, lead to teacher licensure and in many cases, an advanced degree. These teacher preparation programs are considered traditional routes to teacher education and can be part-time or full-time. They are available all over the state, so you can find one that fits your schedule and needs.
Explore available traditional teacher preparation programs
There are several alternative teacher training programs available throughout Maryland. In this alternative route to licensure, “resident” teachers receive professional learning before accepting a position in the classroom while they complete their preparation. Resident teachers can be in front of a classroom earning a teacher’s salary in just a few months.
Learn more about resident teacher programs by one of Maryland’s
Approved Alternative Preparation Programs.
Conditional Teacher Licensure
In Maryland, districts may hire individuals with a bachelor’s degree (in any subject) and issue a Conditional License if they cannot hire a professionally licensed teacher for that position. Once hired, you must complete a pathway to licensure before the expiration of your Conditional License (between 3-5 years depending on the area of licensure).
Don’t wait! Apply now if teaching is your future.
Teaching Fellows for Maryland Scholarship
The Teaching Fellows for Maryland Scholarship is awarded to students who pledge to work as a public school or public prekindergarten teacher in Maryland upon completion of their studies in a high-needs school or in a grade level or content area in which there is a shortage of qualified educators.
Who can apply?
Applicants who are enrolled or plan to enroll at an eligible institution in an undergraduate or graduate program.
Applicants seeking to change careers to pursue a course of study or program in an academic discipline leading to a Maryland professional teacher's certificate.
The application for the upcoming 2025-2026 academic year is open from March 1, 2025, until April 1, 2026. For more information, visit the Maryland Higher Education Commission
Teaching Fellows webpage.
Teach. Inspire. Transform.
With ongoing professional development opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a competitive salary, teaching provides a bright future no matter where you are in your professional journey.
Besides teaching, there are many operational positions in areas like finance, human resources, safety and security, food services, transportation, and facilities management. Reach out to
your local school system to learn more about available opportunities.
Discover exciting career opportunities at the Maryland State Department of Education!
Explore available positions and learn more about how you can contribute to shaping the future of Maryland’s students.