Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HSB283

Introduced
3/4/25  

Caption

A bill for an act requiring the board of educational examiners to issue certificates when directed by the board of directors of a school district to individuals who have attained a minimum of a baccalaureate degree and who have expertise or significant professional experience in a subject area that allows the individual to provide instruction in that subject area to students enrolled in the school district in grades nine through twelve.

Impact

The legislation impacts existing educational laws by allowing the boards of directors of school districts to directly influence the certification process of adjunct instructors. This alteration means that local school districts have a greater role in determining the qualifications and certifications of individuals teaching in their schools, which might lead to variations in teaching standards across different districts. Additionally, it could ease staffing shortages in certain subject areas by enabling professionals from various fields to contribute to high school education.

Summary

House Study Bill 283 (HSB283) establishes requirements for the Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE) in Iowa to issue certificates to adjunct instructors. These instructors must possess a minimum of a baccalaureate degree and significant expertise in their respective subject areas, thereby allowing them to teach grades nine through twelve. The bill signifies an effort to expand the pool of educators available to meet diverse instructional needs in Iowa high schools and to provide flexibility for school districts in selecting qualified personnel.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding HSB283 include the potential implications for educational standards and the quality of instruction. Critics may argue that relaxing certification requirements could lead to a decline in professional teaching standards, as adjuncts may not have undergone the same rigorous training as licensed teachers. Supporters, on the other hand, could assert that this bill addresses urgent staffing needs, particularly in specialized areas like technology and vocational training, thereby enriching educational opportunities for students.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA HF2286

A bill for an act requiring boards of directors of school districts to adopt policies related to excusing the absences of students enrolled in grades nine through twelve for civic or political events.

IA HSB586

A bill for an act requiring school districts and charter schools to provide instruction related to character development to students enrolled in kindergarten through grade twelve.

IA SF2132

A bill for an act requiring boards of directors of school districts and the authorities in charge of accredited nonpublic schools to adopt policies related to excusing the absences of students enrolled in grades nine through twelve for civic or political events.

IA HF2072

A bill for an act relating to administrators employed by school districts, including requiring administrators to provide instruction to students and modifying the responsibilities of the board of educational examiners.

IA HSB587

A bill for an act relating to education, including by modifying the social studies curriculum provided to students enrolled in grades one through twelve in school districts, charter schools, and innovation zone schools, and modifying the responsibilities of school districts, charter schools, and innovation zone schools related to requiring teachers and students to sing the national anthem.

IA HF437

A bill for an act requiring the boards of directors of school districts to appoint student liaisons to the boards.(See HF 658.)

IA SF2048

A bill for an act modifying provisions related to the social studies instruction provided to students enrolled in grades one through twelve in school districts by creating celebrate freedom week.

IA HF5

A bill for an act relating to education, including requiring the boards of directors of school districts and the governing boards of charter schools to publish certain specified information, modifying provisions related to required social studies instruction, and providing civil penalties.

IA SF2332

A bill for an act relating to computer science instruction, including by modifying provisions related to the graduation requirements, the computer science instruction provided to students enrolled in grades nine through twelve, computer science instruction endorsements and authorizations issued by the board of educational examiners, and the computer science professional development incentive fund.(Formerly SSB 3171.)

IA HF2544

A bill for an act relating to education, including by modifying provisions related to the social studies instruction provided to students enrolled in grades one through twelve and the educational programs provided by the institutions of higher education under the control of the state board of regents, and requiring education related to the holocaust for students and teachers in school districts. (Formerly HF 2330.)

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