Online Professional Development for Washington Teachers
Professional learning designed to meet educator license renewal requirements.
Professional Development Requirements for Washington Teachers
The Washington State Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB) outlines the state’s certificate renewal process. Teachers are required to complete teacher clock hours or Professional Growth Plans (PGPs) to maintain their credentials.
Educators must submit renewal applications through the state system and provide evidence of meeting all renewal requirements. Independent courses such as those from The Teacher’s Academy are designed to help teachers complete professional development hours, though final acceptance is determined by districts or PESB-approved providers.
Professional Development Schedule
Washington has incorporated new professional learning requirements into certificate renewal:
- Equity-Based School Practices: Beginning July 1, 2023, educators must complete 15 clock hours focused on equity-based school practices (HB 1426).
- STEM Endorsements: Teachers with STEM-related endorsements must also complete 15 clock hours in STEM integration.
- Administrators: Must complete 10 clock hours in equity-based school practices, 10 clock hours in national educational leadership standards, and 5 clock hours in government-to-government relations with tribal nations.
Teachers may also use a Professional Growth Plan (PGP) to document professional learning. The specific renewal path depends on credential type and endorsement, so educators should confirm requirements directly with PESB.
Online PD Hours for Washington Private School Teachers
Private and Christian school educators in Washington also benefit from structured professional development for educators. As an ACSI-approved provider, The Teacher’s Academy offers approved online PD that supports CEU tracking and professional enrichment outside the public school system.
Benefits of Our Online Professional Development for Washington Educators
- Aligned with PESB standards and renewal expectations
- IACET-accredited courses, eligible for district/state approval
- Flexible, self-paced online professional development with instant certificates
- Affordable options for individual teachers and entire schools
- Covers high-demand topics including SEL, technology, inclusion, and literacy
Start Your Online Professional Development Today
Stay compliant with renewal requirements and build new skills with courses designed for busy teachers. Whether you’re completing educators’ professional development hours or seeking innovative classroom strategies, our courses are practical, affordable, and ready when you are.
Sample featured courses include:
Why Choose The Teacher’s Academy?
Courses designed with PESB alignment in mind
IACET-accredited and widely recognized for professional development
Practical, relevant, and self-paced content
Instant downloadable certificates upon course completion
Supports Washington’s focus on equity-based school practices
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Keeping Up with State Teacher License Requirements
The Teacher’s Academy develops online PD for teachers to align with Washington PESB guidelines. However, each educator is responsible for confirming course approval with their school district or directly with PESB before submission.
