HB 3126
Directs the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission to establish by rule a five-year pilot program to license teachers other than career and technical education teachers in this state in a manner similar to the career and technical education teaching license program.
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TPSC) to create a five-year pilot program to license teachers who teach subjects other than career and technical education. The program will operate similarly to the existing career and technical education teaching license program. The pilot program will involve instructor appraisal committees and mentorship through Regional Educator Networks.
Key provisions
- Establishes a five-year pilot program for teacher licensing.
- The program will mirror the career and technical education license program.
- School districts can partner with Regional Educator Networks to form instructor appraisal committees.
- The program targets candidates for classroom instruction in subjects like math, science, and social studies.
- Teacher candidates will require mentorship through Regional Educator Networks.
Who is affected
- Teachers
- School Districts
- Regional Educator Networks
- Teacher Standards and Practices Commission
Notable changes
- Creates a new licensing pathway for teachers outside of career and technical education.
- Requires the TPSC to establish rules for the pilot program.
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