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Certification Information

Duval County strives to ensure all students receive the finest education from the most qualified educators.  After you complete a Duval County Public Schools online employment application (https://duvaljobs.duvalschools.org), and submit the necessary documentation (official transcripts) to the Applications Office, you should contact the Staffing Office (904-390-2840) to request a district interview. At the interview, you will be advised of your certification status as it related to your eligibility for hire in Duval County.

For a list of requirements and instructions to apply for Florida Certification in subject areas, please visit the Florida Department of Education website at www.fldoe.org. Once there, click on Educator Certification.

For information about No Child Left Behind Highly Qualified Teachers, click here.

If you have any questions concerning Florida certification, you may contact The Florida Department of Education at 1-800-445-6739 or the Duval County Public Schools' Certification Office at (904) 390-2376.