About MTELs
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MTEL = Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure
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Test requirements vary according to the license the applicant wants
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Teacher candidates should consult their preparation program for up to date info on which MTELs they will need to pass
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Once you have chosen your licensure area, you can consult the Department of Education website for a list of test requirements
Required MTELs for Popular Licenses
Elementary
Grades 1 - 6
Required MTELs (test #)
C&L (01)
FoR (90)
GC Multi (03)
GC Math (03)
Early Childhood
Grades PreK - 2
Required MTELs (test #)
C&L (01)
FoR (90)
Early Childhood (02)
Middle School Math
Grades 5 - 8
Required MTELs (test #)
C&L (01)
Middle School Math (47)
English Language Learners
Grades PreK - 6 or 5 - 12
Required MTELs (test #)
C&L (01)
ESL (54)
Moderate Disabilities
Grades PreK - 8
Required MTELs (test #)
C&L (01)
FoR (90)
GC Multi (03)
GC Math (03)
Moderate Disabilities
Grades 5 - 12
Required MTELs (test #)
C&L (01)
Relevant Subject Test (must be a subject tested by MCAS)
KEY
C&L: Communication and Literacy Skills (01)
ESL: English as a Second Language (54)
FoR: Foundations of Reading (90)
GC Multi: General Curriculum-Multiple Subject (03)
GC Math: General Curriculum-Math (03)