Texas HB362 restricts assigning uncertified teachers to elementary students in large districts.

Texas HB362 amends the Education Code to restrict the assignment of uncertified teachers to elementary students in school districts with 5,000 or more students. A student in first through sixth grade may not be assigned for two consecutive school years to a teacher with less than one year of experience and no required certificate unless the student's parent, a school counselor, and a school administrator agree. The bill also allows for a waiver if extreme circumstances warrant it. The changes apply starting with the 2025-2026 school year.

Texas HB362 restricts assigning uncertified teachers to elementary students in large districts.

Texas HB362 amends the Education Code to restrict the assignment of uncertified teachers to elementary students in school districts with 5,000 or more students. A student in first through sixth grade may not be assigned for two consecutive school years to a teacher with less than one year of experience and no required certificate unless the student's parent, a school counselor, and a school administrator agree. The bill also allows for a waiver if extreme circumstances warrant it. The changes apply starting with the 2025-2026 school year.