How many teachers with MTLs are teaching in NYC schools designated as low-performing or SURR?
As of December 31, 2003, the NYCDOE reported that there were 338 teachers with MTLs in schools that are designated as SURR or as in need of improvement or in corrective action. In addition, the NYCDOE reported that there were 71 returning teachers, now with MTLs, in schools that, under the NCLB, are prohibited from hiring new MTLs. How are former Provisional Preparatory Teachers (PPTs) affected by the regulation? When the Regents ended the issuance of Temporary Licenses for teachers as of September 2004, PPTs were no longer permitted. While the MTL regulation does not specifically address the issue of former PPTs, it clearly explains which persons would be eligible to receive a modified temporary license; many could be former PPTs based upon the eligibility criteria. The NYCDOE has recommended that the Regents consider allowing individuals, including former PPTs, who are certified by reciprocal agreement states that use the PRAXIS examination for certification purposes, to receive New
