S.D. Admin. R. 24:41:01:01

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 67, December 16, 2024

Section 24:41:01:01 - Definitions

Terms used in this article mean:

(1) "Alternative certification," the process of completing an approved education program for teachers or a professional development plan for alternative certification while employed in a South Dakota school system accredited by the department;

(2) "Beginning teacher," a person who possesses a teaching certificate issued by the State of South Dakota, is employed at least half-time by a school district, and has taught fewer than 90 consecutive days, or 180 days total, as a certified teacher;

(3) "Formal assistance," a program provided by a mentor teacher to a beginning teacher that includes direct classroom observation and consultation, assistance in instructional planning and preparation, support in implementation and delivery of classroom instruction, and other assistance intended to enhance the professional performance and development of the beginning teacher;

(4) "Mentor teacher," shall:

(a) Have at least five years verified teaching experience with at least one of those years being within the past seven years; or

(b) Have at least five years teaching experience and can document experience within the past seven years in an educational field relative to the five Core Propositions of the National Board Professional Teaching Standards; and

(c) A valid or expired teaching certificate or license.

S.D. Admin. R. 24:41:01:01

30 SDR 26, effective 9/3/2003.

General Authority: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-43-55.1.

Law Implemented: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-43-55.1.