How to Become an Education Administrator in Missouri

Learn how to become an Education Administrator or School Principal in Missouri. The Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education issues Initial Education Administrator, Transition Education Administrator, and Career Continuous Education Administrator certificates to qualified applicants. These certificates are valid for the following administrative positions: Elementary School principal, Middle School principal (Grades 5-9), Secondary School principal, and Superintendent. Most applicants for administrative licensure will receive an Initial Education Administrator Certificate. After 4 years of having an Initial certificate, you must enroll in a specialist/doctoral degree program. During the time of enrollment, you are issued a Transition certificate. Once you have... [Read more...]