South Dakota HB1239 mandates the Department of Education to compensate teachers employed by school districts.

South Dakota HB1239 requires the Department of Education to provide for the compensation of teachers employed by school districts. The bill outlines the calculation of state aid to education, including adjustments based on local need and local effort. It also specifies the salary schedule and benefits package for teachers, which must begin with the target teacher salary and increase based on certification demand, degree, and experience. The benefits package must be at least 29% of the teacher's salary.

South Dakota HB1239 mandates the Department of Education to compensate teachers employed by school districts.

South Dakota HB1239 requires the Department of Education to provide for the compensation of teachers employed by school districts. The bill outlines the calculation of state aid to education, including adjustments based on local need and local effort. It also specifies the salary schedule and benefits package for teachers, which must begin with the target teacher salary and increase based on certification demand, degree, and experience. The benefits package must be at least 29% of the teacher's salary.