SB115

Nevada SB115 requires teachers in bilingual education programs to hold an endorsement and pass a language proficiency exam, and mandates a $2,500.

Nevada SB115 amends existing education regulations to require teachers in bilingual education programs to hold a specific endorsement and pass an exam demonstrating language proficiency. The bill also mandates that school districts and charter schools provide a $2,500 stipend to teachers who meet these requirements and are assigned to teach in bilingual education programs. This stipend is limited to one per school year per teacher. The bill defines a "program of bilingual education" as one where English learners are taught in English while other subjects are taught in their primary language.