SB 870
Providing $10,000 pay raise to teachers across five years
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House of Delegates
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill proposes to increase the salaries of both teachers and service personnel in West Virginia over a five-year period. Teachers would receive a $10,000 pay raise, with an additional $2,000 increase each year starting in the 2026-2027 school year, while service personnel would receive a 25% pay raise, with a 5% increase each year starting in the same school year. The bill also includes provisions for additional pay based on experience, education, and specific duties.
Key provisions
- Provides a $10,000 pay raise to teachers over five years, with an additional $2,000 annual increase.
- Provides a 25% pay raise to service personnel over five years, with a 5% annual increase.
- Offers additional pay for teachers with significant teaching experience (720+ years).
- Provides additional pay for teachers certified in special education.
- Increases minimum monthly pay for service personnel based on education level and specific job roles.
- Includes provisions for overtime pay for service personnel working holidays or extra hours.
- Specifies additional pay for service personnel involved in asbestos removal.
- Increases the State Minimum Pay Scale Pay Grade Schedule by 5% each year for service personnel.
Who is affected
- Teachers
- Service Personnel
- West Virginia Public Schools
- School Districts
- West Virginia Residents
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