Obtain a bachelor's degree from an accredited university. Major in Education or in a field in which you both plan to build your expertise -- psychology or music, for example -- and/or eventually teach. Most teaching positions in Texas require a bachelor's. Having a degree in the field you intend to teach adds strength to your resume.
Contact the college, university or adult education program offering continuing education courses. Inquire with a human resources administrator about requirements for teaching on a full time, part time or adjunct level. Teaching full time at a university may require higher certification standards than an adjunct professor at the community college level. Present at least two copies of personal identification -- social security card and driver's license, for example -- and a professional resume to apply for open positions. Follow administration instructions on the protocol for processing a criminal background check.
Contact the Texas Education Agency -- the state's version of the Department of Education. Communicate with an administrator about your intention to teach continuing education. Inquire about certification examinations required by the state. Most teachers hired on a full or part-time basis must complete the State Board for Educator Certification and/or the Texas Teaching Certification. The SBEC ensures all teachers meet standard classroom preparation requirements. The TTC is issued for instructors teaching alternative education programs. Reach out to the TEA online or at: 1701 N. Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas, 78701 or 512-463-9734. Move on to step four if you are renewing your SBEC certification.
Log online to the SBEC website to renew your teaching certificate. Click on the "SBEC on line for Educators" tab and sign in to the site. If you need to create a new account, follow the instructions to create a username and password. Select the "Applications" and "Renew a Standard Certificate" tabs, respectively, and follow remaining instructions to complete the renewal process.