Memphis Teacher Residency

Reading Specialist Certification Program

Certifying teachers and leaders with an IDA-accredited Reading Specialist licensure endorsement in partnership with Lipscomb University.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be local Memphis educators or leaders who hold an active Tennessee teaching license (practitioner or professional). They must have at least three years of experience as Teacher of Record upon completion of the program. A minimum GPA of 2.75 is required for all undergraduate or graduate coursework.

Want to know more? Head to memphisliteracy.org/reading-specialist-certification for details and FAQs.

Reading Specialist Certification Program applications will remain open until January 18, 2026. Reading Specialist applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and offers will be shared by the end of February 2026.

Thank you for your interest in providing literacy and justice for all!