HB 4453
Regarding Teacher Pay
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase the pay of West Virginia teachers who have 35 years or more of experience. Specifically, it adjusts the state minimum salary schedule to provide additional compensation for teachers with 45 years of experience, in addition to those with 35 years. The bill also includes provisions for additional experience pay for math teachers and special education teachers who meet certain criteria. These additional years of experience are considered when calculating salary increases.
Key provisions
- Increases the pay for teachers with 35 years or more of experience, specifically targeting those with 45 years.
- Adjusts the State Minimum Salary Schedule to reflect the increased pay for experienced teachers.
- Provides additional experience pay for classroom math teachers certified in their area of study for at least 60% of their instructional time.
- Offers additional experience pay for special education teachers certified as full-time, defined by the State Superintendent.
- Includes supplemental pay for teachers based on their certification level and years of experience.
- Specifies additional pay for teachers with a Doctorate degree.
- Details the payment structure, including monthly installments and inclusion in the state minimum salary schedule.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Teachers
- School Districts
- Teachers with 35+ years of experience
- Special Education Teachers
- Math Teachers
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