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Provisional Internship Permits
Human Resources Division
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Brief Description:
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(Provisional Internship Permits) Recommends approval of 13 teachers to be employed under the Provisional Internship Permits.
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Recommendation
Action Proposed:
Approve request for 13 teachers to be employed under the Provisional Internship Permit pursuant to Title 5 California Code of Regulations, Section 80021.1.
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Background:
The Provisional Internship Permit became effective on July 1, 2005, in anticipation of the phasing out of the former authorizing document. The Provisional Internship Permit is valid for one year and may not be renewed. During the first year of employment, the Provisional Intern teacher must meet all requirements for entrance into an accredited intern program.
The Los Angeles County Office of Education grants authority to the District to employ potential Provisional Interns on a Temporary County Certificate until such time that the Board of Education approves their employment under the Provisional Internship Permit. Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) regulations require that the request to employ Provisional Interns be approved by the Board and submitted to the CTC within three months of the teachers beginning their assignment.
Expected Outcomes:
The approval of Provisional Internship Permits will enable the District to continue to staff teacher vacancies in shortage subject fields with individuals committed to completing the requirements to enroll in an intern program and subsequently earn a full credential.
Board Options and Consequences:
Approval of Provisional Internship Permits will afford the District the opportunity to recruit and hire teachers in critical shortage areas, including special education, biology, chemistry, art and dance. Teachers hired under these permits will be required to completa a prescribed and rigorous pathway leading to full state certification and compliance with federal teache...
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