New York bill A04492 requires new teachers to complete two hours of evidence-based reading instruction training.

New York bill A04492 amends the education law to require new teachers applying for certification or a license to complete two hours of coursework or training in evidence-based reading instruction. This applies to childhood education teachers, early education teachers, special education teachers, and reading specialists. The coursework must be obtained from an approved institution or provider and includes topics such as language acquisition, literacy development, and phonological processing. The bill takes effect immediately.

New York bill A04492 requires new teachers to complete two hours of evidence-based reading instruction training.

New York bill A04492 amends the education law to require new teachers applying for certification or a license to complete two hours of coursework or training in evidence-based reading instruction. This applies to childhood education teachers, early education teachers, special education teachers, and reading specialists. The coursework must be obtained from an approved institution or provider and includes topics such as language acquisition, literacy development, and phonological processing. The bill takes effect immediately.