IN SB0379

Legislative Description

Teacher shortage. Establishes a beginning teacher residency program. Provides that the department of education may not add additional requirements to obtain a teacher's license for an individual who is a graduate of an accredited teacher training program located outside of Indiana or for a teacher who holds a teaching license issued by another jurisdiction if the individual or teacher otherwise meets the requirements for a license or is a national board certified teacher. Provides that a teacher who teaches or is licensed to teach: (1) in the areas of science, technology, engineering, or mathematics; or (2) special education; may voluntarily

Last Action

Committee Referrals