Oklahoma HB3671 modifies the definition of a career teacher for those employed before 2017-2018.

Oklahoma HB3671 amends the definition of a career teacher for those employed by a school district before the 2017-2018 school year. The bill specifies that a teacher must have completed three or more consecutive complete school years under a written teaching contract to qualify. It also outlines conditions for teachers who have not met previous criteria but can petition for career status with approval from the principal, superintendent, and school district board of education. The changes take effect July 1, 2026.

Oklahoma HB3671 modifies the definition of a career teacher for those employed before 2017-2018.

Oklahoma HB3671 amends the definition of a career teacher for those employed by a school district before the 2017-2018 school year. The bill specifies that a teacher must have completed three or more consecutive complete school years under a written teaching contract to qualify. It also outlines conditions for teachers who have not met previous criteria but can petition for career status with approval from the principal, superintendent, and school district board of education. The changes take effect July 1, 2026.