Bill > SB791

This bill modifies Maryland's career ladder for educators by increasing the required percentage of classroom teaching time for teachers at levels one, two, and three from 60% to 80%. The career ladder is a structured system with four levels that recognize teacher qualifications and professional development: level one is for state-certified teachers, level two involves pursuing advanced education or National Board Certification (NBC), level three includes NBC teachers or those with subject-specific master's degrees, and level four encompasses teacher leadership and administrator tracks. Under the new requirements, teachers will need to spend 80% of their working time directly teaching in the classroom, with the remaining 20% dedicated to supporting activities such as improving instruction, tutoring students who need additional help, working with challenging students and those in poverty, and participating in professional learning. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving schools and educators time to adjust to the new classroom teaching time mandate.

Education

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0791?ys=2025RS