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OK SB182
Bill
AI Summary
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Establishes minimum salary schedule for Oklahoma public school teachers beginning with the 2015-2016 school year, with salaries ranging from $32,600 (bachelor's degree, 0 years experience) to $47,000 (doctor's degree, 25 years experience).
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Defines "fringe benefits" as retirement benefits excluding certain contributions and flexible benefit allowances, which can be counted toward the minimum salary requirement.
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Requires State Board of Education to accept teaching experience from out-of-state accredited school districts and limits credit for military service and out-of-state teaching experience to a maximum of 5 years for state salary purposes.
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Directs State Board of Education to recognize all years of experience for certified teachers in Department of Corrections educational programs, vocational rehabilitation counselors, and certified school psychologists meeting specified criteria.
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Excludes retired teachers who are in postretirement employment from minimum salary schedule provisions and becomes effective July 1, 2015.
Legislative Description
Teacher Salary; establishing minimum salary schedule. Effective date. Emergency.
Last Action
coauthored by Mazzei
2/16/2015