Chapter 2. STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Historical Note Repealed effective December 4, 1978 (Supp. 78-6).

Historical Note Repealed effective December 4, 1978 (Supp. 78-6).

Historical Note Repealed effective December 4, 1978 (Supp. 78-6).

Historical Note Repealed effective December 4, 1978 (Supp. 78-6).

Historical Note Repealed effective December 4, 1978 (Supp. 78-6).

Historical Note Repealed effective December 4, 1978 (Supp. 78-6).

ARTICLE 6. CERTIFICATION Article 6, consisting of Sections R7-2-601 through R7-2-617, adopted effective December 4, 1998 (Supp. 98-4). Article 6, consisting of Sections R7-2-601 through R7-2-608, repealed effective December 4, 1998 (Supp. 98-4). Section

In this Article, the following definitions apply unless the context otherwise requires: 1. “Accredited institution” means a postsecondary institution that has accreditation that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. An institution based outside the United States shal…

A. The standards presented in this Section shall be the basis for approved teacher preparation programs, described in R7-2-604, and the Arizona Teacher Proficiency Assessment, described in R7-2-606. B. Standard 1. Learner Development: The teacher understands how learners grow and…

A. For the purposes of this Section, the following definitions apply: 1. “Induction” and “mentoring and retention programming” means a program of regular, job-embedded, in-person, one-on-one feedback that is focused on instruction and ensuring new classroom teacher quality, succe…

A. For the purposes of this Section, the following definition applies: “Teacher leadership” means practices and professional capacities in which teachers act or fulfill duties and roles that support school-system faculty, staff, and administrators to improve instruction and teach…

A. The standards presented in this Section shall be the basis for approved administrative preparation programs, described in R7-2-604. The Arizona Administrator Proficiency Assessment shall assess proficiency in the standards as a requirement for certification of supervisors, pri…

In R7-2-604 through R7-2-604.05, unless the context otherwise requires: 1. “Accreditation” means a professional preparation institution’s recognition by a national or regional agency or organization acknowledged for meeting identified standards or criteria. 2. “Alternative educat…

A. Professional preparation institutions shall include evidence that the educator preparation program is aligned to standards described in the Board approved professional teaching standards or professional administrative standards and relevant national standards, and provides fie…

A. Professional preparation institutions with no Board approved educator preparation programs, seeking initial approval for an educator preparation program shall submit to the Department the information necessary to conduct a readiness review of the professional preparation insti…

A. An organization that includes, but is not limited to, universities under the jurisdiction of the Arizona Board of Regents, community colleges in this state, private postsecondary institutions licensed by this state, school districts, charter schools, professional organizations…

A. The State Board of Education may revoke its approval of an approved provider if the Board determines that the program for an alternative route to certification offered by the qualified provider does not meet the applicable requirements of R7-2-604.03. B. Before the Board revok…

A. A school district or charter school may apply to the Board for approval as a classroom-based alternative preparation program provider. The Department shall facilitate the Board approval process and prescribe an application form that shall include the following: 1. The name of …

A. A school district or charter school may apply to the Board for approval as a locally based school leadership preparation program provider. The Department shall administer the Board approval process and prescribe an application form, which shall include the following: 1. The na…

The Superintendent of Public Instruction or the Superintendent’s designee shall be responsible for the issuance and evaluation of the appropriate certificates based on the applicant’s compliance with the statutes and rules. Historical Note Repealed effective December 4, 1978 (Sup…

A. The Arizona Teacher Proficiency Assessment is adopted as the proficiency assessment for applicants for teaching certificates. The Arizona Administrator Proficiency Assessment is adopted as the proficiency assessment for applicants for administrative certificates. B. The subjec…

A. The evaluation to determine qualification for certification shall not begin until an institutional recommendation or application for certification and official transcripts, and the appropriate fees have been received by the Department. Course descriptions, verification of empl…

Notwithstanding any other provision in this Article, any individual with a valid Elementary or Secondary certificate, or a Special Education certificate that includes grades six through 12, issued prior to August 1, 2016 may add one or more approved areas to the certificate prior…

A. The Standard Professional Early Childhood Education Certificate authorizes the holder to teach students in a birth through grade three classroom. An individual who holds a Standard Professional Early Childhood Education certificate described in this Section in combination with…

A. Except as noted, all certificates are subject to the general certification provisions in R7-2-607 and the renewal requirements in R7-2-619. B. Standard Professional Elementary Certificate – grades kindergarten through eight. 1. The requirements include all of the following: a.…

A. Except as noted, all certificates are subject to the general certification provisions in R7-2-607 and the renewal requirements in R7-2-619. B. Standard Professional Middle Grades Certificate – grades five through nine 1. The requirements include all of the following: a. A bach…

A. Except as noted, all certificates are subject to the general certification provisions in R7-2-607 and the renewal requirements in R7-2-619. B. Standard Professional Secondary Certificate – grades six through 12. The requirements are: 1. A bachelor’s degree, 2. One of the follo…

Specialized Secondary Certificate – Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics – grades six through 12 A. The requirements are: 1. One of the following: a. Demonstrate expertise in the subject matter knowledge through: i. A bachelor’s, master’s or a doctoral degree and 24 se…

Subject Matter Expert Standard Teaching Certificate – grades six through 12 A. The requirements are: 1. A bachelor’s degree and one of the following: a. Verified teaching experience for the last two consecutive years, and for a total of at least three years at one or more accredi…

A. Except as noted, all certificates are subject to the general certification provisions in R7-2-607 and the renewal requirements in R7-2-619. An Early Childhood Special Education certificate as described in this Section is not required for individuals who hold the Early Childhoo…

A. Except as noted, all certificates are subject to the general certification provisions in R7-2-607, and the renewal requirements in R7-2-619. B. For purposes of this Section, the following definitions apply: 1. “Career and Technical Education means a field of study in any area …

A. Standard Specialized CTE certificates are subject to the general certification provisions in R7-2-607 and the renewal requirements in R7-2-619. B. The holder is qualified to teach in an area that is specified on the certificate relating to a CTE program approved by the Arizona…

A. Except as noted, all certificates are subject to the general certification provisions in R7-2-607 and the renewal requirements in R7-2-619. B. Standard Professional PreK through 12 Arts Education Certificate: art, dance, dramatic arts or music. The requirements are: 1. A bache…

A. Except as noted, all certificates are subject to the general certification provisions in R7-2-607. B. Substitute Certificate - PreK through 12 1. The certificate is valid for six years and renewable by reapplication. 2. The certificate entitles the holder to substitute in the …

A. An endorsement is an attachment to an educator certificate that provides an additional qualification and shall be automatically renewed with the certificate on which it is posted. B. Except as noted, the following provisions apply to this Section: 1. Endorsements are subject t…

A. Except as noted, special education endorsements are subject to the general certification provisions in R7-2-607. B. Mild/Moderate Disabilities Endorsement: 1. The endorsement authorizes the holder to teach students with mild/moderate disabilities in preschool through grade 12.…

A. All certificates are subject to the general certification provisions in R7-2-607 and the renewal requirements in R7-2-619. B. Standard Professional Supervisor Certificate – grades PreK through 12 1. Except for individuals who hold a valid Arizona principal or superintendent ce…

A. Except as noted, all certificates are subject to the general certification provisions in R7-2-607 and the renewal requirements in R7-2-619. B. Standard Site-Based Supervisor Certificate – grades PreK through 12. 1. The certificate authorizes the holder to administer instructio…

A. Except as noted, all certificates are subject to the general certification provisions in R7-2-607. B. The certificate authorizes the holder to serve an administrator while completing the requirements for a standard administrator certificate. C. Interim administrative certifica…

A. All certificates are subject to the general certification provisions in R7-2-607 and the renewal requirements in R7-2-619. B. Standard School Counselor Certificate - grades PreK through 12. 1. The school counselor certificate is optional but may be required by local governing …

A. The Superintendent of Public Instruction or the Superintendent’s designee shall collect proper fees for certification services and shall transmit the fees to the state Treasurer. The following fees are established for certification services: 1. Evaluation of qualification for …

A. A certificate may be renewed within six months of its expiration date except that an individual holding multiple valid certificates may renew all certificates at one time in order to align the expiration dates of each certificate. Certificates being aligned shall be renewed at…

A. For certification by the State Board of Education (Board), Certification Division (Division), the time-frames required by A.R.S. § 41-1072 et seq are: 1. Overall time-frame: 165 days. 2. Administrative review time-frame: 45 days. 3. Substantive review time-frame: 120 days. B. …

A. The Board shall issue a comparable standard Arizona certificate or endorsement as applicable, if one is established pursuant to this Article, to an applicant who holds a valid certificate or endorsement from another state and is in good standing with that other state. These ap…

A. Definitions: 1. “Educational Interpreter.” For the purposes of this Section, “educational interpreter” means a person trained to translate in sign language for students identified to require such services through an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 accommodation…

A. As the result of a public health emergency declared by the governor, the Department may temporarily modify certification requirements established in this Article, subject to review and approval by the Board. B. A modification made pursuant to this Section shall: 1. Not be more…

In this Article, unless the context otherwise specifies: 1. “Board” means the State Board of Education. 2. “Chairman” means the chairperson of the Professional Practices Advisory Committee, established pursuant to R7-2-205. 3. “Contested case” means any proceeding in which the le…

A. All documents concerning a contested case shall be filed within the time limit, if any, for such filing. B. All documents filed in any contested case shall be typewritten or legibly written on paper 8 1/2 by 11 inches in size, shall contain the name and address of the party or…

A. A person who has requested a hearing pursuant to R7-2-1303(C) shall be given notice of the hearing at least 20 days prior to the date set for the hearing. B. The notice of hearing shall include: 1. A statement of the time, place and nature of the hearing. 2. A statement of the…

A. The Board shall serve notices of intent to impose disciplinary action, notices of hearing, findings of fact, conclusions of law, and recommendations of the hearing body, and decisions and final orders of the Board, either by personal service or by first class mail or by email …