Professional License

Teaching Credential / Substitute Teaching

ERES offers teaching credential evaluation services for teaching credentials, including substitute teaching. Our evaluations provide a clear equivalency of foreign education, helping individuals confidently pursue teaching opportunities in the United States. Trust ERES for accurate evaluations of your teaching credentials.

This report is suitable for applicants who are planning to become a teacher or substitute teacher. Student teaching subject(s) will be specifically identified if applicable.

Credential Evaluation Services for Teachers

ERES provides the best credential evaluation services for teaching credentials in the USA. Our expertise in foreign education evaluation for teaching ensures that US institutions and employers accurately assess and recognize your qualifications. 

Whether you’re a teacher seeking licensure, employment, or academic credit transfer, our comprehensive evaluations cater to your needs. Trust ERES to deliver reliable and efficient credential evaluations that open doors to teaching opportunities in the United States. With our commitment to excellence, we are one of the best credential evaluation services for teachers.

General Required Documentation

*You must submit an application and obtain a reference# before sending ERES any documents. We are not responsible for any documents that arrive without a reference#.

  • Original Degree Certificate / Diploma
  • Original Transcript or Marksheet in Native Language
  • Scanned copy of Thesis/Dissertation (for PhD programs only)
  • Teacher’s Certificate (if apply)
  • Language of Instruction
  • Official English Translation of the Degree Certificate / Diploma and Transcripts or Marksheet if the language of instruction was not English

Requirement Details

ERES requires a precise, accurate, word by word translation for each document submitted in a language other than English.

List of acceptable translations:

  • Translation from an ATA member
  • School-issued official Translation
  • Translation from a professional translator or translation agency

Basic Service

Course by Course Evaluation

It includes the institution(s) attended, dates of attendance, credential(s) earned, and US equivalency(ies). It also lists all courses including grade, semester units, course level in US standard units and grades, and identifies Student Teaching/Practical courses.

Fee: Starts from $325

View Sample Report: Download

Additional Service

Translation

*Translated info will be put into evaluations only; NOT separately translate

List of language ERES can Translate:

  • Afghani
  • Arabic
  • Azerbaijani
  • Belarusian
  • Bosnian
  • Bulgarian
  • Chinese
  • Croatian
  • Czech
  • Farsi
  • French
  • Italian
  • Latvian
  • Lithuanian
  • Macedonian
  • Moldovan
  • Mongolian
  • Montenegrin
  • Polish
  • Portuguese
  • Romanian
  • Russian
  • Serbian
  • Slovak
  • Slovenian
  • Spanish
  • Turkish
  • Ukrainian
  • Uzbek

Course List translation

Courses 0-60 61-70 71-80 81-110 111-150 150 and above
Price $110 $145 $165 $220 $275 $330

Diploma / Certificate or Proof Letter Translation

Quantity 0-3 Each additional
Price $45 additional $10

GPA

Overall Grade Point Average

Available upon request with Course by Course Evaluation for an additional $50.

Rush Service

*General Turnaround time without rush service is 5-7 weeks.

R15 (15-Day Rush Service)

Ready for pick-up or mailing in 15 or 16 business days after receipt of complete application, documents and payment.

Fee: additional $85

R10 (10-Day Rush Service)

Ready for pick-up or mailing in 10 or 11 business days after receipt of complete application, documents and payment.

Fee: additional $120

R5 (5-Day Rush Service)

Ready for pick-up or mailing in 5 or 6 business days after receipt of complete application, documents and payment.

Fee: additional $180

R1 (1-Day Rush Service)

Ready for pick-up or mailing in 1 business day after receipt of complete application, documents and payment. (Call for availability)

Fee: additional $290

R0 (Same Day Rush Service)

Ready for pick-up or mailing in same business day (before 3:00pm) after receipt of complete application, documents and payment. (Call for availability)

Fee: additional $350

Extra Copies

The initial evaluation only includes one official evaluation copy in a sealed envelope. Each additional official sealed copy is $25 with the initial evaluation.

Mailing

All ERES mailing services require signature and include tracking number.

Mails Price
M1 (Domestic USPS Priority) $25 per address
M2 (Domestic USPS Express) $40 per address
I (International USPS, UPS or FedEx) Fee Varies
Digital Delivery $20 per address

FAQs

  • Will a degree from a foreign country work in the USA for teaching?

    Mostly yes, given that it is from an accredited institution, recognized in the United States, and evaluated by an approved evaluation agency.

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  • What certification/course should a foreign non-immigrant do to become a full-time teacher in the USA?

    Some of the requirements are provided by the state teaching commission. Most require a bachelor’s degree or equivalence. If international, you may also be required to provide a teaching certificate.
    Other documents requirements will be addressed by each state, like passing certain exams, background checks, and other appropriate assessments for educators.

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  • How do you prepare for a credential evaluation for a teacher?

    Start by applying to an evaluation agency approved by the state board.
    Following the instruction on applying and providing the necessary documentation to the agency will help you issue a CES report.
    Gather all the original documents of your education, degrees, transcripts, and certificates

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ERES official new address is now 4773 Mangels Blvd, Fairfield CA, 94534

If you are planning to send any documents please use the new address above. If your package has already been sent out to our previous location at 2480 Hilborn Rd. Don’t worry, they are being forwarded to the new address though it may take a few more days for delivery.

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