This bill aims to amend the Code of West Virginia to provide a 25% pay increase for state teachers across all salary scales, effective July 1, 2025. The current law outlines the state minimum salaries for teachers, including specific additional payments for teachers with significant experience and those teaching in specialized areas such as math and special education. The bill retains the existing structure of the salary schedule while introducing a new provision that mandates the pay increase.

In addition to the pay increase, the bill deletes a section that previously outlined the conditions under which additional payments would be made to teachers, ensuring that the new pay structure is straightforward and inclusive of all teachers. The overall goal of the legislation is to enhance teacher compensation in West Virginia, thereby supporting educators and potentially improving the quality of education in the state.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18A-4-2