Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF100

Introduced
1/24/23  
Introduced
1/24/23  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to the minimum age of applicants for licenses from the board of educational examiners.(See HF 256.)

Impact

The proposed changes in HF100 could significantly influence the landscape of educational employment in Iowa. By lowering the minimum age for para-educator certification, the bill is expected to enable high school graduates, especially those interested in pursuing careers in education, to gain valuable experience at an earlier stage. This could also align with ongoing discussions about addressing teacher shortages by creating a pathway for more young individuals to participate in educational settings.

Summary

House File 100 aims to amend the current minimum age requirement for applicants seeking licenses from the board of educational examiners in Iowa. Under existing law, individuals must be at least 21 years of age to qualify for certain educational licenses, with limited exceptions. HF100 proposes to remove this age restriction, allowing applicants as young as 18 to apply for para-educator certificates. This amendment is intended to broaden the pool of potential applicants and provide opportunities for young individuals to enter the educational workforce sooner.

Contention

While the bill seems to promote educational access and workforce development, it may also spark debates regarding the readiness and qualifications of younger individuals to take on educational roles, even in a para-educator capacity. Concerns may arise around the implications for student safety and the quality of education provided. Stakeholders in the education sector could express mixed opinions, with some advocating for the increased influx of young professionals and others questioning whether adequate training and support systems are in place for less experienced educators.

Companion Bills

IA HF256

Similar To A bill for an act relating to the minimum age of applicants for licenses from the board of educational examiners. (Formerly HF 100.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.

Previously Filed As

IA HF256

A bill for an act relating to the minimum age of applicants for licenses from the board of educational examiners. (Formerly HF 100.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.

IA HF4

A bill for an act modifying requirements related to teacher intern license programs and licenses and authorizations issued by the board of educational examiners and establishing a temporary initial teaching license to be issued by the board of educational examiners to applicants who complete an alternative teacher certification program.(See HF 255.)

IA HF221

A bill for an act relating to requirements for professional licensure, including licenses issued by the board of educational examiners to applicants from other states or countries.(See HF 614.)

IA HF255

A bill for an act modifying requirements related to teacher intern license programs and licenses and authorizations issued by the board of educational examiners and establishing a temporary initial teaching license to be issued by the board of educational examiners to applicants who complete an alternative teacher certification program. (Formerly HF 4.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

IA HF10

A bill for an act relating to education, including requirements related to mandatory reporters, a process for investigating complaints against licensed practitioners, and the responsibilities of the department of education, school districts, charter schools, accredited nonpublic schools, and the board of educational examiners.(See HF 430.)

IA HF614

A bill for an act relating to licenses issued by the board of educational examiners to applicants from other states or countries. (Formerly HF 221.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.

IA HF430

A bill for an act relating to education, including requirements related to mandatory reporters, a process for investigating complaints against school employees, and the responsibilities of the department of education, school districts, charter schools, accredited nonpublic schools, and the board of educational examiners, modifying the membership of the board of educational examiners, and including applicability provisions. (Formerly HF 10.) Effective date: 07/01/2023. Applicability date: 07/01/2023.

IA SF392

A bill for an act relating to education, including eligibility for grants under the teach Iowa scholar program, licenses issued by the board of educational examiners, and the use of revenues from the district management levy, and including applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 1049.)

IA SSB1049

A bill for an act relating to education, including eligibility for grants under the teach Iowa scholar program, licenses issued by the board of educational examiners, and the use of revenues from the district management levy, and including applicability provisions.(See SF 392.)

IA HF210

A bill for an act relating to the minimum age of substitute teachers in prekindergarten through grade eight.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.