Substitute teachers; removing limit on number of school days certain substitute teachers may teach. Effective date. Emergency.
Impact
The impact of SB1144 on state laws is significant. By removing the cap on the number of days a substitute teacher can work, particularly for those who possess certain degrees or certificates, it allows for greater flexibility in hiring practices. School districts will need to revise their policies to align with this legislation, including adjustments to pay rates and hiring standards for substitute teachers. The bill also speaks to the broader efforts to ensure that classrooms remain staffed, especially in cases where qualified teachers are not readily available.
Summary
SB1144 aims to amend existing laws regarding the employment of substitute teachers in Oklahoma. The core provision of the bill eliminates the limit on the number of school days a substitute teacher, holding specific qualifications or certificates, can teach. Furthermore, it introduces provisions for substitute teachers without certification to work without limits, provided they meet certain criteria, such as obtaining a waiver from the State Board of Education. This change is intended to address teacher shortages and enhance educational continuity.
Contention
Notable points of contention surrounding SB1144 include concerns about the quality of education that students may receive from uncertified substitute teachers. Critics argue that while it addresses a pressing need for substitute staffing, it could compromise educational standards if unqualified individuals are allowed to assume teaching responsibilities for extended periods. Furthermore, the bill's provisions for waivers may lead to inconsistency in how school districts implement this aspect, raising additional questions about regulation and oversight of substitute teaching practices.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1, Chapter 3; Section 2-3-107; Title 4, Chapter 29, Part 2; Section 8-35-242; Section 8-38-126; Section 9-8-203; Section 10-7-504; Section 37-1-408 and Title 49, relative to charter schools.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1, Chapter 3; Section 2-3-107; Title 4, Chapter 29, Part 2; Section 8-35-242; Section 8-38-126; Section 9-8-203; Section 10-7-504; Section 37-1-408 and Title 49, relative to charter schools.