Alabama SB149 establishes a Military Veteran Temporary Teaching Certificate for veterans in K-12 education.

Alabama SB149 creates a Military Veteran Temporary Teaching Certificate for military veterans to teach in K-12 schools. The State Board of Education will grant these temporary certificates to veterans who meet specific criteria, including active duty service, a bachelor's degree, and passing scores on relevant tests. These certificates are valid for five school years, are nonrenewable, and require a mentor for the first two years of employment. The bill also mandates that the State Board of Education adopt rules to implement this new certificate.

Alabama SB149 establishes a Military Veteran Temporary Teaching Certificate for veterans in K-12 education.

Alabama SB149 creates a Military Veteran Temporary Teaching Certificate for military veterans to teach in K-12 schools. The State Board of Education will grant these temporary certificates to veterans who meet specific criteria, including active duty service, a bachelor's degree, and passing scores on relevant tests. These certificates are valid for five school years, are nonrenewable, and require a mentor for the first two years of employment. The bill also mandates that the State Board of Education adopt rules to implement this new certificate.