HB996

Mississippi HB996 increases the minimum base pay for assistant teachers to $20,000.00.

Mississippi HB996 amends the state code to increase the minimum annual salary for assistant teachers to $20,000.00. The bill also outlines requirements for school districts to implement a reading program, provide training for administrators and teachers, and evaluate the program annually. Assistant teachers must have a high school diploma or equivalent and demonstrate proficiency in reading and writing. The State Department of Education is tasked with developing a testing procedure for assistant teacher applicants and a statewide uniform training module.