CHAPTER 6.00 - PERSONNEL

6.133 Options for Teachers to be Considered Infield

Policy:

Teachers, other than teachers of English/Language Arts to LEP students, shall be considered “Infield” for subject areas taught by meeting the criteria of one (1) of the following three (3) options: 

(1) Hold a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate with an appropriate coverage as provided in the Course Code Directory for teaching the course, or 

(2) Hold a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate and has a minor in the field in which the instruction is provided, as shown on an official college transcript or as verified in writing by the college or university, or 

(3) Hold a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate and has demonstrated sufficient subject area expertise in the subject area in which the instruction is provided, through one (1) or a combination of the following means: 

(a) Presenting a passing score on a subject area test, 

(b) Demonstration of current subject area competencies as identified by the Department for the certification subject area tests (some areas will be revised beginning July 1, 2002), 

STATUTORY AUTHORITY : 1001.41, 1012.22, 1012.23, F.S. 

LAWS IMPLEMENTED: 1001.43, 1012.22, F.S. 

History: Adopted: October 9, 2001 

Revision Date(s): February 9, 2010; September 10, 2013 

Formerly: