This bill amends the definition of a part-time teacher in New Hampshire by introducing specific criteria regarding their qualifications and ethical standards. The new language stipulates that part-time teachers are not required to hold a state board of education credential if they work up to 20 hours per week, undergo a criminal history record check, and are employed by a university or community college. Additionally, it requires that part-time teachers possess expertise or significant professional experience in the subject area they are teaching, which must be approved by the superintendent or school principal.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that the professional code of ethics and conduct applies to all part-time teachers, replacing the previous language that referenced the New Hampshire code of conduct and ethics for educational professionals. It also establishes that individuals with revoked educator credentials or certifications are ineligible to teach under this section. The bill mandates the state board of education to adopt rules to implement these changes, with an effective date set for 60 days after passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 189:39-c
Version adopted by both bodies: 189:39-c
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 189:39-c
HB1270 text: 189:39-c