The bill amends section 3317.13 of the Revised Code to update the minimum teacher salary schedule in Ohio. It defines "years of service" to include various teaching experiences across different educational settings, including chartered and nonpublic schools, as well as active military service, with specific conditions for counting these years. The bill stipulates that no teacher shall receive a salary lower than the minimum established in the schedule, which is based on years of service and academic training. Additionally, it mandates that any school district or educational service center must comply with the salary schedule, and the director of education and workforce is empowered to investigate complaints regarding non-compliance.

Significant changes include the insertion of new salary tiers for teachers with advanced degrees, which replaces previous salary amounts that were deleted from the existing law. The new salary schedule reflects updated minimum salaries for teachers based on their years of service and academic qualifications, with a base amount set at $35,000. The bill also clarifies the definition of "related field" in relation to a teacher's subject area, ensuring that all credited training must come from recognized institutions. The existing section 3317.13 is repealed, indicating a complete overhaul of the previous salary structure.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3317.13