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Board hears plan to address teacher certification gaps in elementary grades
Summary
Superintendent reported about 15 elementary teachers (PE, art, music, and 5th grade) lack full grade-level certification; administration said permits are in place and staff must obtain certification by May or face reassignment.
During the superintendent's report trustees raised concerns about teacher assignment and certification. Dr. Rivera said a targeted review identified about 15 elementary teachers (noted areas: PE, art, music and some 5th-grade assignments) who currently lack grade-level certification outside their existing endorsements; the district placed these teachers on permits and will require full certification by May of the following year or reassign them.
Trustees asked whether affected staff are being notified in writing; administrators confirmed staff receive notice and understand the consequences if certification is not obtained. The superintendent and HR staff said they are reviewing bilingual and secondary certifications next and expect to reassign positions as needed to meet certification requirements.
Why it matters: State certification rules affect classroom assignments and could require reassignments that change staffing and school assignments. Trustees requested continued updates and confirmation that written notices are being delivered to affected employees.
