Once teachers have demonstrated subject matter competency in the core subject(s) they teach, do they have to continue to demonstrate competency in subsequent years?
Once a teacher has demonstrated subject matter competency through one of the available options, he/she does not need to continue to demonstrate that competency to maintain the HQT designation. However, in the instance that the educator’s teaching assignment, and/or the scope of subject matter taught, changes, the individual may need to demonstrate subject matter competency in the new subject area being taught.
Related Questions
- Once teachers have demonstrated subject matter competency in the core subject(s) they teach, do they have to continue to demonstrate competency in subsequent years?
- Do special education teachers who do not teach any core academic subjects have to meet the subject matter competency requirement of NCLB?
- Can elementary teachers demonstrate subject matter competency through National Board certification?
