Frequently Asked Questions & Helpful Links

My teaching license is about to expire, what should I do?

You must log in to TNCompass to renew, reactivate, or advance your teacher license.

A Tennessee educator license must be renewed on or before the date of expiration. Educators may apply to renew a license on September 1st, one calendar year prior to the date of expiration.

I need to change my address.

Please send an email to Human Resources staff with the new address.

I need to change my name.

Come to the Human Resources office to complete the forms. ID may be required.

I need to change my direct deposit information.

Stop by the Human Resources office to complete a direct deposit form. A voided check or bank letter that includes your account and routing number is required for this process.

Do NOT change or close your current account before submitting these documents to us. This CAN cause an interruption in receiving your pay. ID may be required.

How do I apply for the Sick Leave Bank?

Certified employees are eligible for participation in the Sick Leave Bank. Enrollment occurs during the months of August, September, and October. If you would like to join, please request an enrollment form and a copy of the guidelines from the Human Resources office.

I'm thinking of retiring. Where can I find out more information?

We recommend that you make contact with and discuss your plans with Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS) @ 1-800-922-7772.

For more information, you may also visit their website - https://treasury.tn.gov/Retirement/Information-and-Resources/TCRS-Overview-and-Self-Service

If you haven't already, you will need to create an account by visiting - www.mytcrs.com.

Questions regarding Salary or Payroll discrepancies

Please contact the Bedford County Finance Department @ 931-685-2024.

Questions regarding Insurance - Health, Dental, or Vision:

Please contact the Bedford County Finance Department @ 931-685-2024.

Does BCS offer incentives for ELL teachers?

We are offering differentiated pay ($4000) for those teachers willing to move and teach ELL during the shortage we are experiencing. Please contact Kathy Reed if you are interested. You can get a permit for ELL. If we are unable to fill these positions, we will be offering extra pay if you want to teach ELL during your planning if you are ELL certified. Please contact Kathy Reed [email protected] if you are interested or have any questions.