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This bill establishes a new pathway for individuals to obtain an "alternative instructional leader license," which allows them to serve as principals, assistant principals, or instructional supervisors in Tennessee schools. To qualify, candidates must possess an advanced degree in an education or human development-related field, have at least three years of leadership experience in specific types of schools or institutions, pass a state-approved assessment, and meet other specified requirements, importantly, they cannot currently hold an educator license. This alternative license will be valid for four years and is not renewable, but after holding it for that period, individuals will automatically be eligible for a standard instructional leader license, even if they don't meet all the usual requirements. The bill also clarifies that the state board of education can create other routes to obtain an instructional leader license and allows the board to create rules to implement these changes, with the new provisions taking effect on July 1, 2025, for most purposes.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1117&ga=114