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This bill modifies New Mexico's teacher licensure and salary regulations by revising the requirements and compensation for Level One, Level Two, and Level Three-A licensed teachers. The bill maintains the existing tiered licensure system, where teachers progress through different license levels based on experience, education, and performance evaluations. For Level One teachers (typically beginning teachers), the bill keeps the five-year provisional license with mentorship and annual performance evaluations, with a minimum salary of $50,000 for a standard nine-and-a-half-month contract. Level Two teachers, who have successfully completed at least three years of teaching, will continue to receive a nine-year license and earn a minimum salary of $60,000. Level Three-A teachers, who have been Level Two teachers for at least three years and hold advanced credentials like a post-baccalaureate degree or national board certification, will earn a minimum salary of $70,000. The bill removes previous exceptions to these salary rates and maintains provisions for additional compensation for teachers in extended learning time or K-12 plus programs. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, providing school districts and teachers time to prepare for the new regulations.

Education

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=343&year=25