Information, there is a rapid development of alternative routes for licensure. More than 125,000 individuals have been certified through alternative routes. In 1998-99, more than 24,000 teachers were certified through alternative routes in just 28 states that kept data. Early data indicate that individuals entering teaching through alternative routes have higher retention rates than those entering teaching from traditional college-based programs. They are making a career changing decision.
Teachers have the support of college faculty, and other schoolteachers while actually teaching.
Introduced Read the legislation here. The student achievement and teacher quality program goals are to link compensation strategies to student achievement and teachers' professional development. Compensation is designed to attract and retain high performing teachers, to reward teachers for improving their skills and knowledge that translates into better student learning, and to reward school buildings for student achievement. School districts will automatically be eligible to receive funds for the mentoring program, National Board Certified teacher stipends and evaluator training. Adopt a team-based variable pay plan based on student achievement.