PA Joins Teacher Compact
Press Release: PA Department of Education
Pennsylvania has officially joined the Interstate Teacher Mobility Compact (ITMC), a multi-state agreement designed to make it easier for licensed, qualified teachers to utilize their teaching creden tials in neighboring states. Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Secretary Dr. Carrie Rowe shared the announcement on August 6th, opening up a new avenue to strengthen Pennsylvania’s teacher pipeline and help schools hire experienced teachers.
The ITMC allows educators who hold eligible licenses in member states to more efficiently obtain equivalent certification in another member state. The ITMC is intended to reduce barriers for qualified educators, particularly those in military families, and to help states address per sistent educator shortages.
Joining the ITMC helps member states expand their educator pipeline by lowering administrative barriers for out of-state teachers and increasing the pool of qualified applicants for Pennsylvania schools, particularly in hard-to-staff subject areas and regions. It also provides support for military families by reducing licensure barriers for military spouses, reinforcing Pennsylvania’s commitment to workforce participation and family stability.
The 2026-27 budget also continues funding to provide universal free breakfast, menstrual hygiene products at no cost to students, school infrastructure repairs, as well as safety and mental health supports for students. For more information on the Pennsylvania Department of Education, visit pa.gov