MN SF2646

Replaces the requirement for a skills examination in reading, writing, and mathematics with a requirement to demonstrate proficiency on career and college readiness tests (ACT Plus Writing or SAT) for initial teacher licensure effective August 1, 2015.

Allows the Board of Teaching to issue up to two temporary one-year teaching licenses to otherwise qualified candidates who have not yet attained the requisite composite test scores.

Permits teachers who work under a temporary license for two consecutive years without attaining the required composite scores to receive an initial license if they have college coursework in mathematics and writing plus a signed letter from their school administrator confirming competency in basic job responsibilities.

Exempts non-native English speakers verified by qualified Minnesota school district or higher education personnel from the composite score requirement when applying for licenses to teach in their native language or world languages.

Requires official ACT Plus Writing or SAT composite score reports to be no more than ten years old at the time of licensure.