Committee Members
Jon Fairs, Morton (Committee Chair)
Cindy Rinesmith, Butler (Secretary)
Shannon White, Morton
Jennifer McGowan, Smith
Julie Mahl, Helke
Jessica Ketterer, Demmitt
Kate Brookshire, Morton
Brandon Hartley, Central Office
Meeting Dates
Master Teacher dates for 2020-2021
October 1, 2020, Due date for letter of intent
December 1, 2020 Master Teacher Committee Review Day
February 5, 2021, Final submission of materials to building representative
February 12, 2021, Committee Scoring – Final
Eligibility Requirements and Timeline
Eligibility requirements for Master Teacher designation
- Hold a professional teaching license/certificate
- Have taught seven years
- Work a minimum of 120 days
- Work under a teaching contract
The teacher is responsible for:
- Getting two recommendation forms signed
- Completing a one-page application form (providing applicant information)
- Providing a narrative that addresses five criteria and is no more than 12 pages in length
- Providing evidence to support the five criteria demonstrated in the narrative (10 pieces maximum)
Master Teacher Initial Info Packet
Master Teacher Renewal Info Packet
Master Teacher Verification Form
For further information, visit ODE's Master Teacher Program Overview webpage.