California AB2060 establishes a stipend program for experienced mentor teachers to support student teachers in commission-approved programs.

California AB2060 creates the Experienced Mentor Teacher Stipend Program to compensate experienced mentor teachers who support student teachers in commission-approved teacher preparation programs. The bill outlines criteria for selecting experienced mentor teachers, including a record of successful teaching and specific training for the mentor role. It also establishes a grant program to fund local educational agencies that host student teachers, providing a stipend of $3,000 to each mentor.

California AB2060 establishes a stipend program for experienced mentor teachers to support student teachers in commission-approved programs.

California AB2060 creates the Experienced Mentor Teacher Stipend Program to compensate experienced mentor teachers who support student teachers in commission-approved teacher preparation programs. The bill outlines criteria for selecting experienced mentor teachers, including a record of successful teaching and specific training for the mentor role. It also establishes a grant program to fund local educational agencies that host student teachers, providing a stipend of $3,000 to each mentor.