How do the teacher quality requirements apply to individuals working in extended learning time programs?
If services offered outside of regular school hours in a Title I extended learning time program provide instruction in core academic subjects designed to help students meet State or local academic standards, the persons providing such core academic instruction must meet the highly qualified teacher requirements. In extended learning time programs (which can include summer school), the schools regular teaching staff extend or continue the schools instructional day using the same or similar curricula, and therefore they must be highly qualified. However, if the instructor is not an employee of the LEA, the teacher quality requirements do not apply. An extended learning time program that offers core academic instruction because an LEA has determined that particular students need additional time to learn to State standards can be distinguished from an after-school program offering academic enrichment, tutoring and homework assistance, including supplemental educational services under Secti
