Admission Requirements

• Candidate should hold or be eligible to hold a Wisconsin teaching license.  A copy of the candidate's actual license will be required.
• Candidate will have completed at least 2 years of successful classroom teaching experience prior to being recommended for licensure.
• Candidate will pass a background check.  Background check policy.

Application Process

Now accepting applications for our 2026-2027 cohort!

Our application process:

1. Complete and submit our online application.
2. Submit a current resume.  Please email this to etphelp@cesa9.org.
3. Submit the $100.00 application fee.  Payment can be made by check or money order directly to CESA 9 or by PayPal through our website.  This fee is non-refundable.
4. A copy of your current license must be emailed to etphelp@cesa9.org.  Please submit a copy of your actual license.  Instructions can be found on DPI's website HERE.
5. Official transcripts may be requested if needed, but do not need to be submitted with the application.

Once your application is received, we will send you our background check paperwork and an employment verification form for your district to complete.

Upon acceptance into the program, a $500 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your spot in the cohort.  Once your deposit is received, you will receive access to our handbook, which details all program requirements.  In addition, the following items will need to be submitted prior to being officially enrolled/admitted:

• Complete and submit a payment agreement, which will be sent from the CESA 9 business office.
• Complete and submit all paperwork provided by the Excellence in Teaching Program.