The High School Educator Flexibility Act of 2026 allows certified educators to teach high-quality courses outside their standard certification.

The High School Educator Flexibility Act of 2026 establishes course-specific teaching permits for certified educators who hold valid professional educator certificates but lack endorsements for specific subject areas. These permits authorize them to teach high-quality courses outside their standard certification. The Board of Education or West Virginia Commission for Professional Teaching Standards will establish these permits, which require educators to complete approved professional learning from a vetted provider.

The High School Educator Flexibility Act of 2026 allows certified educators to teach high-quality courses outside their standard certification.

The High School Educator Flexibility Act of 2026 establishes course-specific teaching permits for certified educators who hold valid professional educator certificates but lack endorsements for specific subject areas. These permits authorize them to teach high-quality courses outside their standard certification. The Board of Education or West Virginia Commission for Professional Teaching Standards will establish these permits, which require educators to complete approved professional learning from a vetted provider.