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SB 5264 - Paraeducator requirements

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Section 1

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    1. A person working as a paraeducator for a school district before or during the 2017-18 school year must meet the requirements of subsection (2) of this section by the date of hire for the 2019-20 school year or any subsequent school year.

    2. A person who has not previously worked as a paraeducator for a school district must meet the requirements of subsection (2) of this section by the date of hire for the 2018-19 school year or any subsequent school year.

  2. The minimum employment requirements for paraeducators are as provided in this subsection. A paraeducator must:

    1. Be at least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent; and

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      1. Have received a passing grade on an assessment approved by the board;

      2. Hold an associate of arts degree;

      3. Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education; or

      4. Have completed a registered apprenticeship program.

Section 2

This act is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety, or support of the state government and its existing public institutions, and takes effect immediately.

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