W. Va. Code R. § 126-136-11

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 42, October 18, 2024

Section 126-136-11 - Permits Issued to Professional Educators

11.1. Restricted Pre-Professional Permit.

11.1.a. General Criteria. The Restricted Pre-Professional Permit may be granted only one time to an individual who has been continuously employed for a specific assignment under a First-Class/Full-Time Permit and who has completed all course requirements of the approved program but has not attained the required passing scores on the WVBE-required content exams.

11.1.b. Conditions of Issuance. The candidate for the Restricted Pre-Professional Permit must submit evidence of the following: holds a minimum of a BA including completion of an approved preparation program with the exception of passing scores for the Praxis content assessment and with a minimum of 2.50 GPA; and receives the recommendation of the county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position.

11.1.c. Validity Period. The Restricted Pre-Professional Permit shall be valid for a period of one year and may not be renewed.

11.2. First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel.

11.2.a. General Criteria. The First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel may be issued for any specialization recognized on the Professional Teaching Certificate or Professional Student Support Certificate. An Initial First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel may be granted to an individual employed for a specific assignment who has completed a minimum of a BA through an accredited IHE; the general requirements specified in section 9; the minimum GPA specified in section 9 unless otherwise noted; and the conditions for issuance specified in section 11.

11.2.a.1. WVBE-approved non-IHE EPPs. A one-year, renewable one time First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching may be granted to an individual currently employed or who has been hired as the most qualified candidate where the county does not have fully certified candidates for the position for a specific assignment and who has completed a minimum of a BA through an accredited IHE, is enrolled and in good standing in a WVBE-approved EPP, meets the general requirements specified in section 9, meets the minimum GPA specified in section 9 unless otherwise noted, and receives the recommendation of the county superintendent.

11.2.a.2. Exception for a School Nurse. A school nurse who is employed on a First-Class/Full-Time Permit or Authorization for School Nurse is not required to have a minimum of a BA. The candidate must provide evidence of holding a Nursing Diploma or AA in Nursing and hold a valid RN license issued by the West Virginia Registered Nurse Board with review and approval of disciplinary action. The candidate shall complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited IHE within five years. The candidate must submit professional commitment approved by the county of employment and an IHE and complete a minimum of six semester hours annually towards the completion of a BSN degree. All requirements for the BSN degree must be completed within five years of the original issuance of the First-Class/Full-Time Permit.

11.2.a.3. Driver Education. An individual receiving a First-Class/Full-Time Permit or Out-of-Field Authorization for Driver Education will only be eligible to teach the course in the classroom and shall not be eligible to instruct the students in the in-car driving practice.

11.2.b. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for the First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel must submit evidence of completing the following criteria:

11.2.b.1. College/University Coursework. For all endorsement areas except school psychologist, and school counseling, the designated official at the IHE or WVBE-approved educator preparation program through which the program is being completed must verify that the candidate has completed 25 percent or six semester hours, whichever is greater, of the state-approved program in the specialization(s) for which the permit is requested.

11.2.b.1.A. WVBE-approved non-IHE EPPs. Non-degree programs which do not appear on an official transcript are exempt from the 25 percent program completion requirement.

11.2.b.1.B. For the endorsement area of school psychologist, the designated official at the IHE through which the program is being completed must verify that the candidate has completed 70 percent of the state-approved program in the specialization for which the permit is requested; and submit the Professional Commitment Form verifying the candidate's enrollment in the state-approved program.

11.2.b.1.C. For the endorsement area of school counseling, the designated official at the IHE through which the program is being completed must verify that the applicant has completed 30 percent or 21 graduate semester hours, whichever is greater, of the state-approved program in school counseling where the candidate has commenced pre-clinical/field experience; and submit the Professional Commitment form verifying the applicant's enrollment in the state-approved program.

11.2.b.1.C.1. Those who have previously completed a master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a clinical counseling discipline and who enroll in a state-approved master's program in school counseling to complete the additional courses specific to school counseling are exempt from the minimum 30 percent or 21 graduate semester hour requirement.

11.2.b.1.C.2. All individuals employed under this credential must be directly supervised by a fully licensed school counselor or WVDE-approved designee.

11.2.b.2. WVBE-Adopted Tests. Unless identified as an exemption in section 10.4.c.1, an educator must satisfy the minimum proficiency levels or any identified option as indicated in the directory located on the WVDE website as adopted by the WVBE for the Content Specialization Test(s) for each specialization for which the permit is requested unless the candidate holds a degree in the content area requested or is enrolled in a WVBE-approved program that provides in-classroom pedagogical and content support, or is enrolled in a WVBE-approved program in the requested content area and has completed a minimum of 25 percent of the required content coursework in that program as verified by the preparation program official.

11.2.c. Validity Period. The First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel shall be valid for one school year and shall expire on June 30. An educator employed on or after January 1 may be issued a Permit valid until June 30 of the following school year.

11.2.d. Renewal of the First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel. Individuals who continue to be employed in the specialization reflected in the Permit must submit evidence of making adequate progress as verified by program provider and the WVDE by providing evidence of the following criteria:

11.2.d.1. Coursework. Completion of six semester hours of required coursework from or approved by the accredited IHE where the candidate is completing the approved licensure program reflecting a minimum 3.00 GPA within the IHE towards the approved program or BSN degree requirement; and submission of the professional commitment form verifying the candidate's enrollment in the state-approved program or currently completing the BSN requirements; and recommendation of the employing county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position.

11.2.d.1.A. Exception for a School Nurse. A School Nurse who is employed on a First-Class/Full-Time Permit (refer to section 11.2.a.2) after July 1 is only required to have a minimum of three semester hours of coursework during the first year of the permit's issuance.

11.2.d.1.B. Extenuating Circumstances. The State Superintendent may extend the five-year limit if extenuating circumstances, as identified in section 14.5, warrant the extension. A county superintendent may request, in writing to the State Superintendent, an extension of the First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel for an employee, including the county superintendent, who meets one of the three extenuating circumstances described in section 14.5. The superintendent's letter must be accompanied by the appropriate application and processing fee. The State Superintendent shall render a decision; however, the permit may not be extended beyond one school year or more than once.

11.2.d.1.C. The county superintendent shall submit verification from the designated official at the IHE through which the candidate is completing the state-approved program that no required coursework was available during the school year; or the county superintendent shall submit the candidate's description of how a major hardship other than illness prevented the candidate from completing the required coursework.

11.2.e. Five-Year Limit. All requirements for the Professional Teaching Certificate or Professional Student Support Certificate must be completed within five years of the original issuance of the First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel (W. Va. Code § 18A-4-7a(4) unless required otherwise by federal law or rule. The position held by an educator issued a First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel is not subject to posting provided the educator meets the annual renewal requirements specified in section 11.2.d and completes the state-approved program within five years. The State Superintendent may extend the five-year limit, if extenuating circumstances as identified in section 14.5.a, warrant the extension.

11.3. Restricted First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support.

11.3.a. General Criteria. The Restricted First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel may be issued for any specialization recognized on the Professional Teaching and Support Certificate. A Restricted First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel may be granted to an individual employed for a specific assignment who meets the required criteria in section 11 except the minimum required GPA and may not be issued again for any additional or new assignment.

11.3.b. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for the Restricted First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel must meet the conditions for issuance in section 11.

11.3.c. Validity Period. The Restricted First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel shall be valid for one school year and shall expire on June 30 and may be renewed one time. The two years under the Restricted First-Class/Full-Time Permit are part of the total five-year allowance of a First-Class/Full-Time Permit.

11.3.d. Renewal of the Restricted First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Professional Teaching and Student Support Personnel for individuals who continue to be employed in the specialization reflected in the Permit must submit evidence of completing the following criteria: completion of six semester hours of required coursework from or approved by the accredited IHE where the candidate is completing the approved licensure program reflecting a minimum 3.00 GPA within the IHE towards the approved program or BSN degree requirement; and submission of the professional commitment form verifying the candidate's enrollment in the state-approved program or currently completing the BSN requirements; and recommendation of the county superintendent verifying that the is the most qualified candidate for the position.

11.3.e. Conversion of a Restricted First-Class/Full-Time Permit to a First-Class/Full-Time Permit. In order to obtain a First-Class/Full-Time Permit a candidate shall meet the minimum GPA requirement as per section 9.

11.4. First-Class/Full-Time Permit for CTE.

11.4.a. General Criteria. A First Class/Full-Time Permit for teaching in a CTE secondary or adult program may be issued to a person who holds a high school diploma, a state-approved high school equivalency, or a degree, if applicable, through an accredited IHE, and has completed the general requirements specified in section 9; and the conditions for issuance identified in section 11.4.b. All requirements must be completed within five years of the original issuance of the permit.

11.4.b. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for the First-Class/Full-Time Permit for CTE must submit evidence of satisfying the following common conditions for issuance and the appropriate content specific conditions for issuance identified in the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual maintained on the WVDE website:

11.4.b.1. Basic Skills. Minimum proficiency levels minimum proficiency levels, or qualify for exemption, on the WVBE-approved basic skills test(s) listed in the directory or the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual maintained on the WVDE website or qualify for exemption as specified in section 10.4.c.1; and

11.4.b.2. Verification of the required years of work experience from the current or former employer(s) as described in the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual maintained on the WVDE website; and submission of the Professional Commitment verifying the candidate's enrollment or intent of enrolling in the approved CTE preparation program; and the alternatively certified teacher hired after June 18, 2003, must hold and maintain the industry recognized credential, if applicable, for each specialization (refer to the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual maintained on the WVDE website); and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent, Multi-County CTE Administrator, or WVSDT Superintendent or designee, verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position, and has been hired for the position.

11.4.c. Validity Period. The First-Class/Full-Time Permit for CTE shall be valid for one school year and shall expire on June 30. An educator employed on or after January 1 may be issued a First-Class/Full-Time Permit for CTE valid until June 30 of the following school year. This is to allow completion of the required coursework prior to making application for the initial CTE certificate.

11.4.d. Renewal of the First-Class/Full-Time Permit for CTE for individuals who continue to be employed must submit evidence of completing the following criteria: passage of the written and performance sections of the content specialization test identified in the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual located on the WVDE website (for first-time renewals), if applicable; and verification by the designated official at the IHE through which the program is being completed that the candidate has completed six semester hours of college/university credit reflecting a 3.00 GPA within the EPP's state-approved program; and a valid industry credential as identified in the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual maintained on the WVDE website, if applicable; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent, Multi-County CTE Administrator, or WVSDT Superintendent or designee, verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position, and has been hired for the position.

11.5. First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Administrators.

11.5.a. General Criteria. Initial First-Class/Full-Time Permit endorsed for Principal, General Supervisor, or Superintendent may be granted to an individual employed for an administrative assignment who has completed: a minimum of an MA through an accredited IHE; the general requirements specified in section 9; the minimum GPA specified in section 9.11; three years of eligible experience as defined in section 4 of this policy; education and training in evaluation skills through the WVDE or equivalent training approved by the WVBE; and the conditions for issuance specified in section 11.5.b.

11.5.b. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for the First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Administrators must submit evidence of completing the following criteria: verification by the designated official at the IHE through which the program is being completed that the candidate has completed 25 percent of the approved program in the specialization(s) for which the permit is requested; and submission of the Professional Commitment verifying the candidate's enrollment in the state-approved program; and receive the recommendation of the county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position, or, if the candidate for the permit is a county superintendent, receive a recommendation and verification of employment from the county board of education.

11.5.c. Validity Period. The First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Administrators shall be valid for one school year and shall expire on June 30 of that school year. An educator employed on or after January 1 may be issued a Permit valid until June 30 of the following school year.

11.5.d. Renewal of the First-Class/Full-Time Permit for administrators who continue to be employed in the specialization(s) reflected on the permit must submit evidence of completing the following criteria: verification by the designated official at the IHE through which the program is being completed that the candidate has completed six semester hours of college/university credit reflecting a 3.00 GPA within the IHE's state-approved program in the specialization for which the permit is requested; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent or, if the candidate for the permit is a county superintendent, receive a recommendation and verification of continued employment and satisfactory performance from the county board of education as specified in W. Va. Code § 18-4-2.

11.5.e. Time Limitations. All requirements for the Professional Administrative Certificate endorsed for Principal or Supervisor of Instruction must be completed within five years of the original issuance of the First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Administrators as specified in W. Va. Code § 18A-4-7a. All requirements for the Professional Administrative Certificate endorsed for Superintendent must be completed within three years of the original issuance of the First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Administrators as specified in W. Va. Code § 18-4-2. The position held by an educator issued a Full-Time Permit is not subject to posting provided the educator meets the annual renewal requirements specified in section 11.5.d and completes the state-approved program.

11.5.f. Extension of the First-Class/Full-Time Permit for Administrators for Extenuating Circumstances. The First-Class/Full-Time Permit endorsed for Principal, Supervisor of Instruction, or Superintendent may be extended as indicated in section 14.5 as long as the time frames specified in section 11.5.e are not exceeded.

11.6. Clinical Teacher of Record (CTR) Permits.

11.6.a. General Criteria. A CTR permit may be granted to an individual who: is enrolled in a WVBE-approved CTR program in accordance with an agreement between an IHE and a county board of education; has satisfied the general requirements in section 9; has satisfied the clinical experience test requirements specified in Policy 5100; has a minimum GPA of 3.00 in the area of specialization; and has satisfied the conditions for issuance specified in section 11.6.b.

11.6.b. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for the CTR Permit must submit evidence of completing the following criteria:

11.6.b.1. Verification of enrollment in an approved CTR program; and of position posting; and

11.6.b.2. Background Check. All candidates for the Clinical Experience Permit whose applications are received by the WVDE shall be fingerprinted by the West Virginia State Police or its designee as defined in section 9, unless the candidate holds a valid credential issued by the WVDE. Such criminal history record check may not be used for subsequent applications for other credentials issued by the State Superintendent; and

11.6.b.3. Recommendation of the designated IHE official; and of the county superintendent in the county in which the candidate will serve as the CTR.

11.6.c. Validity Period. The CTR Permit shall be valid for one school year and shall expire on June 30.

11.7. Clinical Experience Permit.

11.7.a. General Criteria. Permits for Clinical Experiences (Teachers, Administrators, and Student Support Candidates) may be granted to an individual who meet the following criteria:

11.7.a.1. Enrolled and in good standing in a WVBE-approved preparation program or in an out-of-state accredited IHE as specified in section 4; and

11.7.a.2. The program has a current agreement with the West Virginia county board of education, which must include the supervision of the candidate by an educator who holds a valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate in the endorsement area of the permit, prior to placement in a West Virginia public or non-public school, in accordance with Policy 5100, for the clinical experience and who may not have yet obtained a BA; and

11.7.a.3. will have satisfied the state-specific program requirements for the area in which the individual is seeking licensure prior to clinical placement; and the general requirements in section 9; and the conditions of issuance in section 11.7.b; or meet exemptions as identified in section 4.23.

11.7.b. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for the Clinical Experience Permit may apply during the semester prior to the beginning of the clinical experience assignment and must submit evidence of completing the following criteria: verification of enrollment in an in-state or out-of-state approved preparation program; and

11.7.b.1. Criminal History Record Check. All candidates for the Clinical Experience Permit whose applications are received by the WVDE shall be fingerprinted by the West Virginia State Police or its designee as defined in section 9, unless the candidate holds a valid credential issued by the WVDE. Such criminal history record check may not be used for subsequent applications for other credentials issued by the State Superintendent; and

11.7.b.2. Required Testing. Individuals must pass WVBE-required testing as outlined in section 10.1.c.2.A unless a qualifying exemption is met as outlined in section 10.1.e or candidates who have attempted the content Praxis two or more times without meeting the required cut score and who have a B or better average in the content area in which they will be seeking licensure and completing a clinical placement; and receives the recommendation of program officials that the candidate meets proficiency requirements to enter the clinical experience, may be issued a Restricted Clinical Experience Permit. The EPP must submit a Focused Supervision Plan for the candidate.

11.7.b.2.A. Candidates must pass test(s) required for basic skills and content proficiency. Individuals enrolled in a state-approved EPP resulting in an MA are exempt from basic skills proficiency testing requirements for the clinical experience permit unless the candidate meets an exemption listed in the directory.

11.7.b.2.B. Administrators must pass test(s) required for content proficiency.

11.7.b.2.C. Student Support candidates must pass test(s) required for content proficiency; and receive the recommendation of the designated IHE official; Speech Language Pathologist candidates are exempt from this requirement and do not need to provide passing content proficiency scores prior to completing the clinical experience; and

11.7.b.2.C.1 receive the recommendation of the county superintendent, or Multi-County CTE Administrator, or WVSDT Superintendent or designee.

11.7.c. Validity Period. The Clinical Experience Permit shall be valid for one school year and shall expire on June 30. Upon verification from the IHE of successful completion of the clinical experience, the Clinical Experience Permit shall be eligible to be used as a Short-Term Substitute Permit in the endorsement area in which certification is being sought (Teacher, Administrator, or Student Support).

11.8. Permit for Year-Long Residency.

11.8.a. General Criteria. A Short-Term or Long-Term Permit for a Year-Long Residency may be granted to an individual who: is enrolled and in good standing in a WVBE-approved EPP; who will have satisfied the state-specific program requirements for the residency in accordance with Policy 5100 for the clinical experience; has satisfied the general requirements in section 9; and has satisfied the conditions of issuance in section 11.8.b.

11.8.b. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for the Year-Long Residency Permit may apply during the semester prior to the beginning of the residency and must submit evidence of completing the following criteria: verification of enrollment in an in-state approved EPP; and

11.8.b.1. Criminal History Record Check. All candidates for the Year-Long Residency Permit whose applications are received by the WVDE shall be fingerprinted by the West Virginia State Police or its designee as defined in section 9, unless the candidate holds a valid credential issued by the WVDE. Such criminal history record check may not be used for subsequent applications for other credentials issued by the State Superintendent; and

11.8.b.2. Required Testing. Individuals must pass WVBE-required testing as stipulated in the EPP's WVDE-approved residency program unless a qualifying exemption is met as outlined in section 10.1.e; or

11.8.b.3. Basic Skills and Content Proficiency. Individuals enrolled in a state-approved EPP resulting in an MA are exempt from basic skills proficiency testing requirements.

11.8.c. Validity Period. The Year-Long Residency Permit shall be valid for one school year and shall expire on June 30. The Year-Long Residency Permit will serve as a Short-Term Substitute Permit upon verification from the EPP of successful completion of all approved program course requirements and successful completion of all required Praxis exams as per Policy 5100. The resident will be eligible to substitute teach as stipulated in the EPP's WVDE-approved residency program as outlined in Policy 5100.

11.8.c.1. Exception. Residents who begin a year-long residency on or after January 1 may be issued a Residency Permit valid until June 30 of the following school year.

11.9. Substitute Permits for Professional Educators.

11.9.a. Short-Term Substitute Permit for Teaching, Support, and Administrative Personnel.

11.9.a.1. General Criteria. The Initial Short-Term Substitute Permit endorsed for general substitute may be granted to an individual who is temporarily replacing the educator assigned to a specific position and who has completed: a minimum of a BA through an accredited IHE; the general requirements specified in section 9; a minimum GPA of 2.00; and the conditions for issuance specified in section 11.9.a.2. A short-term substitute is one who fills a position for 30 days or fewer. Non-United States Citizen candidates shall hold a valid Permanent Resident Card, Employment Authorization Document (EAD), or work permit issued by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) as per W. Va. Code § 18A-3-1.

11.9.a.2. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for the initial Short-Term Substitute Permit must submit evidence of completing the following criteria:

11.9.a.2.A. Verify successful completion of 18 clock hours of training provided or authorized by the employing county board of education or available through the WVDE WVLearns platform to include but not be limited to classroom management, state and local policies, state-approved content standards, an overview of school law to include reporting requirements for suspected child abuse, and trauma-informed best practices. The 18 clock hours of training may include no more than six clock hours of classroom observation and must have been completed no more than one year prior to the date the application is received by the local education agency (LEA).

11.9.a.2.A.1. Completion of clinical practice at a West Virginia IHE approved by the WVBE to offer teacher education programs may be used in lieu of the training. The clinical practice must have been completed no more than one year prior to the date the application is received by the LEA; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent. If the individual does not hold a professional certificate and has been a teacher of record for a minimum of one year within the past three years, the experience as the teacher of record can be used in lieu of the training; or

11.9.a.2.B. Hold an expired West Virginia Professional Certificate or a valid or expired Out-of-State Professional Teaching, Student Support, or Administrative Certificate. Candidates for the Short-Term Substitute Permit may use the expired West Virginia Professional Certificate or Out-of-State Professional Certificate, as defined above, only one time to obtain a Substitute Permit provided that the Certificate has not been expired for more than five years prior to the date of application. If the Certificate has been expired longer than five years prior to the date of application for the Substitute Permit, the candidate must follow the requirements as listed in section 11.9 to obtain the Substitute Permit; and must receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.9.a.3. Validity Period. The Short-Term Substitute Permit shall be valid for no more than three school years and shall expire on June 30 of the last year of its validity.

11.9.a.4. Renewal of the Short-Term Substitute Permit. The candidate for renewal of the Short -Term Substitute Permit must provide evidence of the following:

11.9.a.4.A. Verify Training. Verify successful completion of 12 clock hours of in-service training provided or authorized by the employing county or available through the WVDE WVLearns platform to include but not be limited to classroom management and teaching strategies, and, beginning July 1, 2021, trauma-informed best practices. The 12 clock hours of renewal training may include no more than three clock hours of classroom observation and must be completed subsequent to the issuance of the permit being renewed and within the five -year -period immediately preceding the date of application. If the individual does not hold a professional certificate and has been a teacher of record for a minimum of one year employed under an eligible permit or authorization other than a substitute permit within the past three years, the experience as the teacher of record can be used in lieu of the training; or

11.9.a.4.B. Successful completion of eligible WVLearns coursework or six semester hours of coursework from a regionally accredited IHE. The coursework must be related to the public school program and completed subsequent to the issuance of the permit being renewed and within the five-year period immediately preceding the date of application; and the candidate must receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.9.b. Long-Term Substitute Permit for Teaching, Support, and Administrative Personnel.

11.9.b.1. General Criteria. The Initial Long-Term Substitute Permit endorsed for any specialization recognized on the Professional Teaching, Support, or Administrative Certificate may be granted to an individual who has completed a minimum of a BA through an accredited IHE, or a minimum of a Nursing Diploma/AA and a valid West Virginia RN license; the general requirements specified in section 9; a minimum GPA of 2.00; and the conditions for issuance specified in section 11.9.b.2. A long--term substitute is one who fills a position that may exceed 30 days. Non-United States Citizen candidates must meet the documentation requirements identified in section 17.1.

11.9.b.2. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for Long-Term Substitute Permit must submit evidence of completing the following criteria:

11.9.b.2.A. Verify successful completion of 18 clock hours of training provided or authorized by the employing county or available through the WVDE WVLearns platform to include but not be limited to classroom management, state and local policies, state-approved content standards, an overview of school law to include reporting requirements for suspected child abuse, and beginning July 1, 2021, trauma-informed best practices. The 18 clock hours of training may include no more than six clock hours of classroom observation and must have been completed no more than one year prior to the date the application is received by the LEA.

11.9.b.2.A.1. For elementary education endorsements, training must include teaching reading, literacy, and numeracy.

11.9.b.2.A.2. For school counseling endorsements, in addition to the minimum number of required semester hours, the candidate must also complete the WVDE-approved School Counseling modules.

11.9.b.2.A.3. Completion of clinical practice at a West Virginia IHE approved by the WVBE to offer teacher education programs may be used in lieu of the training. The clinical practice must have been completed no more than one year prior to the date the application is received by the LEA or an individual who possesses a valid Permanent West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate in another endorsement area. If the individual does not hold a professional certificate and has been a teacher of record for a minimum of one year within the past three years, the experience as the teacher of record can be used in lieu of the training; and

11.9.b.2.B. College/University Coursework. Complete 12 semester hours of coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.00 for each course from an accredited IHE in any specialization area recognized on the Professional Teaching or Support Certificate; or successful passing scores on the WVBE-required content exam for the requested area(s) as specified in the licensure testing directory. For elementary education endorsements, a minimum of 12 semester hours should include at least one college level mathematics course and a combination of core content coursework including but not limited to English, science and social studies. One course related to child development, early learning, or reading and writing may be used in lieu of a core content course other than mathematics; and all candidates must receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent; or

11.9.b.2.C. Hold an expired West Virginia Professional Certificate or a valid or expired out-of-state Professional Teaching, Student Support, or Administrative Certificate endorsed for the specialization(s) consistent with the specialization(s) for which the Substitute Permit is requested; candidates for the Long Term Substitute Permit may use the expired West Virginia Professional Certificate or Out-of-State Professional Certificate, as defined above, only one time to obtain a Substitute Permit provided that the Certificate has not been expired for more than five years prior to the date of application. If the Certificate has been expired longer than five years prior to the date of application for the Substitute Permit, the candidate must follow the requirements as listed in section 11.9.b.1 to obtain the Substitute Permit; and must receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.9.b.3. Exceptions. Those applying for School Nurse Substitute permits must hold a valid RN licensure issued by the West Virginia Registered Nurse Board with review and approval of disciplinary action and have completed 12 hours of training related to school nursing and six hours of clinical time with a certified school nurse who is an RN.

11.9.b.4. Validity Period. The Long-Term Substitute Permit shall be valid for no more than three school years and shall expire on June 30 of the last year of its validity.

11.9.b.5. Renewal of the Long-Term Substitute Permit for Teaching, Support, and Administrative Personnel. The candidate for renewal of the Long-Term Substitute Permit for Teaching, Support and Administrative Personnel must provide evidence of the following:

11.9.b.5.A. Verify Training. Must meet criteria as indicated in section 11.9.a.4.A.

11.9.b.5.B. Exceptions. Those applying for renewal of the school nurse substitute permit must have completed 12 hours of training related to school nursing and hold a valid RN licensure issued by the West Virginia Registered Nurse Board with review and approval of disciplinary action.

11.9.b.6. Candidates with a Valid West Virginia Professional Certificate or a permit for Non-United States Citizen may apply for a Long-Term Substitute Permit for any specialization area(s) for which the candidate qualifies in accordance with section 11.7.c without completing the initial 18 clock hours of training. If the candidate keeps the West Virginia Professional Certificate valid, the candidate is not required to complete the 12 clock hours of renewal training when renewing the Long-Term Substitute Permit provided all other requirements are met.

11.9.c. Initial Substitute CTE Permit.

11.9.c.1. General Criteria. An initial Substitute Permit for teaching in a CTE secondary or adult program may be issued to a person who holds a high school diploma or state-approved high school equivalency, or a degree, if applicable, through an accredited IHE; and has completed: the general requirements specified in section 9; the common conditions for issuance identified in section 11.9.c.2; and the appropriate content-specific conditions for issuance identified in the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual maintained on the WVDE website.

11.9.c.2. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for the Substitute CTE Permit must submit evidence of satisfying all of the following criteria and the appropriate content specific conditions for issuance identified in the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual maintained on the WVDE website:

11.9.c.2.A. Wage-Earning Experience. Verification of the required years of work experience by the current or former employer(s)as described in the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual maintained on the WVDE website; and

11.9.c.2.B. Successful completion of 18 clock hours of training provided or authorized by the employing county to include, but not be limited to, classroom management, state and local policies, instructional goals and objectives, an overview of school law to include reporting requirements for suspected child abuse, and beginning July 1, 2021, trauma-informed best practices. The 18 clock hours of training may include no more than six clock hours of classroom observation and must have been completed no more than one year prior to the date the application is received by the LEA. RNs who hold a valid nursing license and are hired as clinical instructors to monitor students in the practical nursing and certified nursing assistant programs are exempt from the 18 hours of training as specified in this section; and

11.9.c.2.C. Industry Recognized Credentials. The candidate for the Substitute CTE Permit must submit evidence of holding the industry recognized credential(s), if applicable, as identified in the CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual on the WVDE website; and receive the recommendation of the employing Superintendent, Multi-County CTE Administrator, or WVSDT Superintendent or designee;

11.9.c.3. Validity Period. The Substitute CTE Permit shall be valid for no more than three school years and shall expire on June 30 of the last year of its validity.

11.9.c.4. Renewal of Substitute CTE Permit. Candidates must submit evidence of completing the following criteria:

11.9.c.4.A. Coursework. Verification of successful completion of eligible WVLearns coursework or 12 clock hours of in-service training provided or authorized by the employing county to include, but not be limited to, classroom management, teaching strategies, and beginning July 1, 2021, trauma-informed best practices or complete WVLearns substitute renewal course. The 12 clock hours of renewal training may include no more than three clock hours of classroom observation and must have been completed subsequent to the issuance of the permit being renewed and within the five-year period immediately preceding the date of application; or

11.9.c.4.B. Must meet criteria as indicated in section 11.9.a.4.A; and

11.9.c.4.C. Industry Recognized Credential. A valid industry credential is required for renewal of the Substitute CTE Permit as identified in the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual maintained on the WVDE website, if applicable; and receive the recommendation of the Superintendent, Multi-County CTE Administrator, or WVSDT Superintendent or designee.

11.9.c.5. Any candidate with a valid West Virginia Professional Certificate may apply for a Substitute CTE Permit for any specialization area(s) for which the candidate qualifies in accordance with the appropriate content specific conditions for issuance identified in section 11.7.f.2 without completing the initial 18 clock hours of training.

11.9.d. Restricted Short-Term Substitute Permit.

11.9.d.1. General Criteria. The Restricted Short-Term Substitute Permit endorsed for general substitute may be granted to an individual who is temporarily replacing the educator assigned to a specific position in a county which has an approved substitute shortage waiver by the State Superintendent and who has completed: a minimum of an AA through an accredited IHE with a minimum GPA of 2.00; the general requirements specified in section 9; and who has attained the age of 21; and meets the conditions for issuance specified in section 11.9.d.2. The Restricted Short-Term Substitute Permit shall not be used in lieu of a Coaching Authorization unless all West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission (WVSSAC) coursework and WVDE requirements are met as specified in section 11.11.e. Non-United States Citizen candidates must meet the documentation requirements identified in section 17.1.

11.9.d.2. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for the Restricted Short-Term Substitute Permit must submit evidence of completing the following criteria:

11.9.d.2.A. Verify successful completion of 18 clock hours of training provided or authorized by the employing county board of education or available through the WVDE e-Learning platform to include but not be limited to classroom management, state and local policies, state-approved content standards, an overview of school law to include reporting requirements for suspected child abuse, and trauma-informed best practices. The 18 clock hours of training may include no more than six clock hours of classroom observation and must have been completed no more than one year prior to the date the application is received by the LEA. Completion of clinical practice at a West Virginia IHE approved by the WVBE to offer teacher education programs may be used in lieu of the training. The clinical practice must have been completed no more than one year prior to the date the application is received by the LEA; and the candidate must receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.9.d.3. Validity Period. The restricted Short-Term Substitute Permit shall expire on June 30 and may be renewed.

11.9.d.4. Renewal of the Restricted Short-Term Substitute Permit. Candidate must provide evidence of the following:

11.9.d.4.A. Verify Training. Verify successful completion of 12 clock hours of in-service training provided or authorized by the employing county or available through the WVDE WVLearns platform to include but not be limited to classroom management, teaching strategies, and beginning July 1, 2021, trauma-informed best practices. The 12 clock hours of renewal training may include no more than three clock hours of classroom observation and must be completed subsequent to the issuance of the permit being renewed and within the five-year period immediately preceding the date of application; or

11.9.d.4.B. Must meet criteria as indicated in section 11.9.a.4.A.

11.9.d.5. Conversion of the Restricted Short-Term Substitute Permit. An individual who has completed five years of successful experience under the restricted Short-Term Substitute Permit and obtains scores of 771 (Reading), 757 (Writing), and 775 (Math) in the Basic Skills California Achievement Test, may apply for an initial Short-Term Substitute Permit and is exempt from the bachelor's degree requirement.

11.9.e. Collegiate Instructor Part-Time Permit.

11.9.e.1. General Criteria. The Collegiate Instructor Part-Time Permit may be issued for any specialization recognized on the Professional Teaching and Support Certificate. A Collegiate Instructor Part-Time Permit may be granted to an individual employed for a specific assignment who meets the general requirements specified in section 9 and the conditions of issued specified within this section.

11.9.e.2. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for the Collegiate Instructor Part-Time Permit must submit evidence of completing the following criteria:

11.9.e.2.A. College/University Coursework. Evidence of a conferred MA degree in the content area in which the permit will be endorsed; and

11.9.e.2.B. Experience. Verify a minimum of three years of college/university teaching experience in the area of the requested endorsement which must be the area of assignment by the employing college/university; and receive the recommendation of the county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position, and has been offered part-time employment by a county board of education in West Virginia whose local policy provides assurance that such personnel do not replace a fully state-certified educator.

11.9.e.3. Validity Period. The Collegiate Instructor Part-Time Permit shall be valid for one school year and shall expire on June 30 and may be renewed.

11.9.e.4. Renewal of the Collegiate Instructor Part-Time Permit. Receive the recommendation of the county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position and has been offered part-time employment by a county in West Virginia whose local policy provides assurance that such personnel do not replace a fully state-certified educator.

11.9.f. Contractor/Volunteer or other School Personnel Permit.

11.9.f.1. General Criteria. A county board of education may request that a Contractor/Volunteer or other School Personnel Permit may be granted to an individual who will be providing any services to students or any individual who may have unaccompanied contact with students or unaccompanied access to school grounds when students are present.

11.9.f.2. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for the Contractor/Volunteer or other School Personnel Permit must submit an application and receive the recommendation of the county superintendent. For the initial issuance and the renewal of the permit the candidate shall be fingerprinted by the West Virginia State Police or its designee. The fingerprints shall be analyzed by the State Police for a state criminal history record check through the central abuse registry record and then forwarded to the FBI for a national criminal history record check. Information contained in either the central abuse registry record or the FBI record may form the basis for the denial of a certificate for cause in accordance with W. Va. Code § 18A-3-2a and §18A-3-10.

11.9.f.3. Validity Period. Contractor/Volunteer or other School Personnel Permit shall be valid for one year and shall expire on June 30 and may be renewed.

11.9.f.4. Renewal of the Contractor/Volunteer or other School Personnel Permit. A county board of education may request that a Contractor/Volunteer or other School Personnel Permit may be renewed to an individual who will continue to provide any services to students or any individual who may have unaccompanied contact with student or unaccompanied access to school grounds when students are present by completing the appropriate application and permit.

11.10. Adult Credentials.

11.10.a. The Adult certificate endorsed for Adult Education shall be valid for no more than five years and expire on June 30 of the last year of its validity. The candidate must submit evidence of all criteria identified in section 11.8.b for an initial certificate and section 11.10.c for renewal of the certificate.

11.10.b. Initial Adult Certificate Endorsed for Adult Education. The candidate must submit evidence of completing the following criteria for an Initial Adult Certificate endorsed for Adult Education: minimum of a BA from an accredited IHE; and completion of the general requirements specified in section 9; and the minimum GPA specified in section 9; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent, Multi-County CTE Administrator, or WVSDT Superintendent or designee. For community-based organizations or non-educational agencies, the WVDE Adult Education Director may recommend for licensure.

11.10.c. Renewal of the Initial Adult Certificate Endorsed for Adult Education. The candidate must submit evidence of the following for renewal of the Adult Certificate Endorsed for Adult Education: six semester hours of college/university coursework reflecting a 3.00 GPA related to the public school program or related to basic skills content or WVLearns courses through the WVDE; or has reached 60 years of age and presents a copy of the birth certificate or official government issued documentation; and adult education professional learning activities as prescribed in the West Virginia Adult Education Instructor Handbook on the WVDE website and approved by the WVDE; and

11.10.c.1. Recommendation WVDE Adult Education Director or receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent, Multi-County CTE Administrator, or WVSDT Superintendent or designee. For community-based organizations or non-educational agencies, the WVDE Adult Education Director may recommend for licensure.

11.10.d. Initial Adult Permit endorsed for areas of Career and Technical Education. The candidate must submit evidence of the following for the Adult Permit endorsed for part-time employment in areas of CTE identified in the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual maintained on the WVDE website; and the general requirements specified in section 9; and a minimum of a high school diploma, a state-approved high school equivalency, or a degree, if applicable, through an accredited IHE; and content specific conditions for issuance as identified in the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual maintained on the WVDE website (including industry credentials and work experience, as applicable); and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent, Multi-County CTE Administrator, or WVSDT Superintendent or designee.

11.10.d.1. Renewal of the Adult Permit endorsed for areas of Career and Technical Education. The candidate must submit evidence of completing the following criteria for renewal of the Adult Permit endorsed for part-time employment in areas of CTE identified in the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual maintained on the WVDE website: WVLearns courses or six semester hours of college/university coursework reflecting a minimum 3.00 GPA related to the public school program; and a valid industry credential is required for renewal of the Adult Permit as identified in the West Virginia CTE Endorsement and Testing Manual maintained on the WVDE website, if applicable; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent, Multi-County CTE Administrator, or WVSDT Superintendent or designee.

11.10.e. The Adult Permit endorsed for areas of CTE for part-time employment shall be valid for no more than five years and expire on June 30 of the last year of its validity. The candidate must submit evidence of all criteria identified in section 11.10.d for an initial permit and section 11.10.d.1 for renewal of the permit.

11.10.e.1. Adult Permit endorsed for EMS (Public Service Training). The Adult Permit endorsed for EMS for part-time employment shall be valid for no more than five years and expire on June 30 of the last year of its validity. The candidate must submit evidence of all criteria identified in section 11.10.f for an initial permit and section 11.10.f.2 for renewal of the permit.

11.10.e.2. Adult Permit endorsed for Fire Service Training (Public Service Training). The Adult Permit endorsed for Fire Service Training for part-time employment shall be valid for no more than five years and expire on June 30 of the last year of its validity. The candidate must submit evidence of all criteria identified in section 11.8.g for an initial permit and section 11.8.g.2 for renewal of the permit.

11.10.f. Initial Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Adult Permit. The candidate for the Initial EMS (Public Service Training) Adult Permit for part-time employment must submit evidence of completing the following criteria: completion of the general requirements specified in section 9; and hold a current West Virginia Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license, West Virginia Paramedic Certification, National Registry EMT, or Paramedic license; and complete four years of recent volunteer or paid work experience, which may include emergency room or emergency medical care, beyond the training period in the occupation to be taught; and scores reflecting a minimum of 85 percent on a WVDE-approved examination; and hold a valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) instructor certification; and

11.10.f.1. Complete a WVDE-approved instructor course; and successfully complete the EMT field-based experience; and a minimum of a high school diploma, a state-approved high school equivalency, or a degree, if applicable, through an accredited IHE; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent or a designated official from WVDE Office of Technical and Adult Education.

11.10.f.2. Renewal of the EMS Adult Permit. The candidate for renewal of the EMS Adult Permit for part-time employment must submit evidence of completing the following criteria: hold a valid West Virginia EMT, West Virginia Paramedic Certification, or National Registry EMT or Paramedic license; and hold a valid CPR instructor certification; and complete 30 hours of teaching activity in EMS or related courses subsequent to the issuance of the certificate being renewed; and attend at least three approved instructor seminars subsequent to the issuance of the certificate being renewed; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent or a designated official from the WVDE Office of Technical and Adult Education.

11.10.g. Initial Fire Service Training Adult Permit. The candidate for the Initial Fire Service Training Adult Permit for part-time employment must submit evidence of completing the following criteria: completion of the general requirements specified in section 9; and complete four years of volunteer or paid work experience in the field of fire service; and complete an approved instructor training program and successfully complete the field-based experience in fire instructor training and provide verification of completion of required training in firefighting and hazardous materials; and hold current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification; and First Aid or Advanced EMS certification; and test scores reflecting a minimum of 85 percent on a WVDE-approved examination; and

11.10.g.1. A minimum of a high school diploma, a state-approved high school equivalency, or a degree, if applicable, through an accredited IHE; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent or a designated official from the WVDE Office of Technical and Adult Education.

11.10.g.2. Renewal. The candidate for renewal of the Fire Service Training Adult Permit for part-time employment must submit evidence of completing the following criteria: complete 30 hours of teaching activity in an approved fire service or related course subsequent to the issuance of the certificate being renewed; and attend at least three approved instructor seminars subsequent to the issuance of the certificate being renewed; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent or a designated official from the WVDE Office of Technical and Adult Education.

11.10.h. Driver Education Temporary Permit. The individual, when providing instruction in the public schools, may only be employed under a contract with the respective county board of education. The contract shall specify the duties to be performed, a rate of pay that is equivalent to the rate of pay for professional educators in the respective county board of education who accepts similar duties as extra duty assignments and provides that the county board of education maintain liability insurance associated with the activity.

11.10.h.1. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria:

11.10.h.1.A. Hold a minimum of a BA degree in any field of study or a high school diploma with five years of documented professional experience as a driving instructor; and completes an orientation program approved by the WVDE; and

11.10.h.1.B. Has held a valid motor vehicle operator's license for the past five years; and

11.10.h.1.C. Be in good health and free from impairments that would adversely affect the safety of pupils and the general public; and

11.10.h.1.D. Have a satisfactory driving record confirmed and approved through the West Virginia Department of Public Safety and/or Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV); and

11.10.h.1.E. Not accumulated more than nine points on the candidate's DMV record at any time during the past five years; and

11.10.h.1.F. Not been convicted and/or had a DMV suspension or revocation of license on a charge of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, controlled substance, any other drugs or the combination thereof and has not operated a motor vehicle while under the influence of same as established by a preponderance of evidence, such as positive breath or blood test, or field sobriety test, notwithstanding the lack of a conviction or DMV suspension or revocation; and

11.10.h.1.G. Complete 18 clock hours of training provided or authorized by the employing county or available through the WVDE WVLearns platform unless the individual possesses a valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate.

11.10.h.2. The individual applying for the permit or certificate is subject to a criminal history check; and must receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.10.h.3. Renewal of the Driver Education Temporary Permit.

11.10.h.3.A. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria:

11.10.h.3.A.1. Verification of 18 clock hours of training provided or authorized by the employing county or available through the WVDE WVLearns platform or Valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate; and

11.10.h.3.A.2. Verification of six hours of coursework towards Driver Education Certification; or three hours of approved professional learning by the WVDE; and

11.10.h.3.A.3. Verification of completion of Driver's Education Clinical Experience with a certified, current Driver Education Teacher; and

11.10.h.3.A.4. A copy of current Driver's License and driving record; and

11.10.h.3.A.5. Must receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.11. Authorizations Issued to Educators.

11.11.a. General Criteria. An Authorization may be issued to a person who has completed: the minimum of a BA or an MA as specified in Appendix A through an accredited IHE, if applicable; the general requirements specified in section 9, the minimum GPA specified in section 9, if applicable; and meet the criminal history record check; and the conditions for issuance specified for the specialization or concentration for which licensure is requested. The Authorization shall be endorsed to indicate the specialization(s) and/or concentration(s) and grade levels in which the holder can be legally assigned within the public schools. The Authorization may be issued to an individual who is employed and assigned to a position for which a specialization related to public school instruction or a public school program does not exist on the Professional or CTE Certificate.

11.11.a.1. Conditions for Issuance. The candidate for an Authorization must submit evidence of satisfying the specific conditions for issuance for the specialization for which licensure is requested.

11.11.a.2. Validity Period. An Authorization shall be valid for one school year and shall expire on June 30, unless language herein extends the validity period. A candidate employed in a specialization other than coaching on or after January 1 may be issued an Authorization valid until June 30 of the following school year. The Authorization endorsed for coaching shall expire June 30 of the current school year.

11.11.b. Initial Out-of-Field Authorization for Teaching. The candidate must submit evidence of completing the following criteria: hold a valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate; and receive approval from the local board of education; and submit the professional commitment form verifying the candidate is enrolled in an IHE's state-approved program; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified or only candidate for the position.

11.11.b.1. Limitations. Out-of-Field Authorizations are restricted to teaching specializations and will be granted only if the candidate does not qualify for a First-Class/Full-Time Permit.

11.11.b.2. Extension. An Out-of-Field Authorization may be extended as indicated in section 14.4.

11.11.b.3. Renewal of the Out-of-Field Authorization for Teaching. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of completing the following criteria: hold a valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate; and complete six semester hours of college/university coursework approved by the accredited IHE, where the candidate is completing the approved licensure program; and obtain a 3.00 GPA within the approved program degree requirements of the specializations for which the Out-of-Field Authorization is granted; and obtain the recommendation of the designated IHE official verifying the coursework completed is part of the IHE's state-approved program; and receive the recommendation from the employing county superintendent.

11.11.c. Initial Authorization for Alternative Learning Setting Education. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria: hold a valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate; and receive the recommendation from the employing county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position and meets the selection criteria for being able to work with troubled and disruptive youth as established in W. Va. 126CSR99, Policy 4373, Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive Schools.

11.11.c.1. Renewal of the Authorization for Alternative Learning Setting Education. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria: hold a valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate; and receive the recommendation from the county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position.

11.11.d. Initial Authorization for CTE Health Care Fundamentals. The candidate for licensure must: hold a professional teaching certificate endorsed for biology, chemistry, general science or health and complete WVDE-sponsored professional learning activities; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent with verification that there is no available candidate with the required certification.

11.11.d.1. Renewal of CTE Health Care Fundamentals requires candidate to provide evidence of the completing the following criteria: complete WVDE-sponsored professional learning activities; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent with verification that there is no available candidate with the required certification.

11.11.e. Initial Authorization for Coaching. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of the following criteria:

11.11.e.1. Meet the requirements of section 9.2; and

11.11.e.2. Hold a minimum of a high school diploma or WVBE-approved high school equivalency exam; and

11.11.e.3. Be employed under a contract with a board of education to serve as a coach or authorized to be a volunteer coach; and

11.11.e.4. Complete approved training if the sport falls within the jurisdiction of the WVSSAC, or approved local board of education training if the sport is not within the jurisdiction of the WVSSAC; and

11.11.e.5. Must receive the recommendation of the county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position. The Coaching Authorization will be effective for the employment/assignment start date listed on the application or the date that the application was received by the WVDE, whichever occurs last. All candidates shall submit proof of completion of CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training provided or authorized by the county board of education where the individual is employed.

11.11.e.5.A. It shall be the duty of the county superintendent who knows of any act(s) on the part of any candidate serving in a coaching position for which a certificate may be revoked to report the same together with all facts and evidence to the State Superintendent.

11.11.f. Exception. Individuals who possess a valid Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) Authorization or Professional CTE Certificate are not required to complete the Sports First Aid, Coaching Principles, or the WVSSAC course to receive the Coaching Authorization.

11.11.g. Continued Employment. A coach who previously received an authorization based on less than a high school diploma or WVBE-approved high school equivalency exam and has no break in service may continue to receive an authorization.

11.11.h. WVSSAC Coursework. A Coach who obtained certification and who has only completed the Sports First Aid and the Coaching Principles courses and whose certificate was not renewed for the academic year after the certificate's expiration must complete the WVSSAC course in order to renew the authorization.

11.11.i. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training. For issuance of any Coaching, Limited Sports Trainer, and Athletic Training Authorizations, all individuals who serve as sports personnel, including any licensed educators or professional personnel who may not hold such Authorizations, shall complete CPR and AED training provided or authorized by the county board of education where the individual is employed. Individuals shall maintain this training current and valid as per county board of education policy at the time of each renewal.

11.11.j. Renewal of the Authorization for Coaching. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria:

11.11.j.1. Be employed under a contract with a West Virginia county board of education to serve as a coach or approved by the county board of education to be a volunteer coach; and

11.11.j.2. Receive the recommendation of the county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position; and

11.11.j.3. Meet requirements in section 11.11.a. The Coaching Authorization will be effective for the employment/assignment start date listed on the application or the date that the application was received by the WVDE, whichever occurs last.

11.11.k. Permanent Authorization for Grade Modification. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria: hold a valid certificate reflecting an eligible professional endorsement(s) listed in Appendix A; and receive the recommendation of a county superintendent.

11.11.l. Initial Authorization for Jobs for West Virginia Graduates Program. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria: hold a minimum of a BA from an accredited IHE; and be employed as a teacher in the Jobs for West Virginia's Graduates Program; and receive the recommendation of the county superintendent in the county in which the candidate is employed.

11.11.l.1. Renewal of the Authorization for Jobs for West Virginia's Graduates Program. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria: be employed as a teacher in the Jobs for West Virginia's Graduates Program; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.11.m. Initial Authorization and Renewal for JROTC Program. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria: hold JROTC Instructor certification awarded by a branch of the United States Military; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position. The JROTC Authorization will be valid for two years.

11.11.n. Initial Temporary Authorization for School Nutrition Director. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of satisfying the following: hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum 2.50 GPA, including six semester hours of coursework related to nutrition, food, and/or food service management, or WVDE-approved training as provided by the Office of Child Nutrition within 90 days of the start date; and provide evidence of at least eight hours of food safety training obtained no more than five years prior to or within 30 days of start date; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position.

11.11.n.1. Validity Period. The Temporary Authorization for School Nutrition Director shall be valid for three years.

11.11.n.2. Renewal of the Temporary Authorization for School Nutrition Director. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of satisfying the following: completion of 12 clock hours of job-specific training each year related to child nutrition programs; and a valid United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) food safety certification; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.11.o. Initial Authorization for Speech Assistant. The candidate for the licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria: hold a minimum of a BA in speech pathology, communication disorders, or acceptable related field from an accredited IHE as determined by the WVDE; and be employed as a speech assistant by a county board of education in West Virginia; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified individual for the position and that no fully West Virginia certified SLP has applied for the available position.

11.11.o.1. Renewal of the Authorization for Speech Assistant. The candidate for the licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria: complete professional learning activities as designated by the WVDE; and be employed as a speech assistant by a county board of education in West Virginia; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position and that no fully West Virginia certified SLP has applied for the available position.

11.11.p. Initial Authorization for Curriculum/Cultural Enrichment. The candidate for licensure must meet the following criteria: hold a minimum of a BA from an accredited IHE; and be employed by a county board of education in West Virginia to provide curriculum/culture enrichment in accordance with locally adopted policy that provides assurance that such personnel do not replace a fully state-certified educator; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.11.p.1. Renewal of the Authorization for Curriculum/Cultural Enrichment. The candidate for licensure must meet the following criteria: be employed by a county board of education in West Virginia to provide curriculum/cultural enrichment in accordance with locally adopted policy that provides assurance that such personnel do not replace a fully state certified educator; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.11.q. Initial Authorization for School Nurse. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria: hold a minimum of a Nursing Diploma/AA and hold a valid RN license issued by the West Virginia Registered Nurse Board; and be employed, by a county board of education in West Virginia, to meet student health care needs after the ratio set forth in W. Va. Code § 18-5-22 is met; or be employed when no candidates meet the school nurse certification requirements as defined in section 9; and complete the School Nurse orientation professional learning activities provided or approved by the WVDE; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position in which no candidate meeting the School Nurse Certification requirements as defined in section 10.3.a.1.B has applied.

11.11.q.1. Renewal of the Authorization for School Nurse. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria: hold a Valid RN license issued by West Virginia Registered Nurse Board with review and approval of disciplinary action; and complete a minimum of 12 continuing education contact hours in school health or pediatric medicine topics provided or approved by the WVDE; and be employed to meet student health care needs by a county board of education in West Virginia; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent verifying that the candidate is the most qualified candidate for the position in which no candidate meeting the School Nurse Certification requirements as defined in section 10.3.a.1.B has applied.

11.11.r. Permanent Authorization for Community Programs. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of the following: BA in child development, early childhood, or occupational development with an emphasis in child development/early childhood; and verification of coursework and/or professional learning, approved by the WVDE, in the areas of preschool special education, child development, preschool curriculum, early language and literacy, assessment of young children, and family and community involvement; and verification of at least one year of early education teaching experience; and receive the recommendation of the candidate's employer, either the employing county superintendent or the director of the employing collaborative community program under contract by the county board of education.

11.11.s. Initial Temporary Authorization for Community Programs. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of the following: BA in child development, early childhood, or occupational development with an emphasis in child development/early childhood; and verification of at least one year of early education teaching experience; and submission of commitment to complete coursework and/or professional learning, approved by the WVDE, in the areas of preschool special education, child development, preschool curriculum, early language and literacy, assessment of young children, and family and community involvement; and receive the recommendation of the candidate's employer; either the employing county superintendent or the director of the employing collaborative community program under contract by the county board of education.

11.11.s.1. Renewal of the Temporary Authorization for Community Programs. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of completing the following criteria: six semester hours of unduplicated coursework or equivalent professional learning, approved by the WVDE, in the areas of preschool special education, child development, preschool curriculum, early language and literacy, assessment of young children, and family and community involvement or coursework leading to teacher licensure in Early Education, Preschool Education, or Preschool Special Needs; or begin a new position in a community programs preschool and receive the recommendation of the candidate's employer; either the employing county superintendent or the director of the employing collaborative community program under contract by the county board of education.

11.11.t. Initial Temporary Authorization for Technology Systems Specialist (TSS). The TSS is a person assigned to support and maintain local area networks, servers, computer workstations, or other computer related systems or technologies. All individuals working as TSS must hold an authorization. The Temporary Authorization for TSS is valid for one year and shall expire on June 30 and may only be renewed one time. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria: hold a minimum of an AA from an accredited IHE; and receive a recommendation from the employing county superintendent.

11.11.t.1. Renewal of the Temporary Authorization for TSS. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of making satisfactory progress toward completing all training as required by the employing county; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.11.u. Permanent Authorization for TSS. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of completing the following criteria: hold a minimum of an AA from an accredited institution of higher education IHE; complete all training as required by the employing county; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.11.v. Initial Authorization for Professional Accountant or School Business Official (refer to section 10.12).

11.11.w. Permanent Authorization for Computer Science Discoveries. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of the following: hold a valid Professional Teaching Certificate or CTE Certificate and complete the minimum of 60 hours of WVDE-approved professional development learning; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.11.x. Permanent Authorization for Introduction to Computer Science. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of the following: hold a valid Professional Teaching Certificate or CTE Certificate; and complete the minimum of 60 hours of WVDE-approved professional development learning; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.11.y. Permanent Authorization for Computer Science Fundamentals. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of the following: hold a valid Professional Teaching Certificate and complete the minimum of 50 hours of WVDE-approved professional development learning; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.11.z. Permanent Authorization for Career Technical Education Administrator. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of the following criteria: currently have the Principal endorsement on professional certificate; and provide evidence of successful completion of the state-approved CTE Administrator coursework; and provide a minimum of three years teaching or school level administrator experience or less than three years CTE administrator experience; and either receive recommendation from the employing county superintendent or be an employee of the WVDE in a position that requires this authorization to be held as part of the job duties.

11.11.aa. Initial Temporary Authorization for Career Technical Education Administrator. The Temporary Authorization for CTE Administrator is valid for one year and shall expire on June 30 and may only be renewed one time. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of the following after July 1, 2019: currently have the Principal endorsement on professional certificate; commit to completing the state-approved CTE Administrator coursework to include two specialized CTE Administrator courses and a CTE Administrator Specialized Seminar training; a minimum of three years teaching or school-level administrator experience; and receive recommendation from the employing county superintendent.

11.11.aa.1. Renewal of the Temporary Authorization for Career Technical Education Administrator. The temporary authorization for CTE Administrator can only be renewed one time. The candidate for licensure must provide evidence of satisfying the following criteria: verification of progress of completing the state-approved CTE administrator coursework; and receive the recommendation of the county superintendent.

11.11.bb. Temporary Authorization for Future Leaders Program. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of satisfying the following:

11.11.bb.1. General Criteria. A certificate to work in the public schools of West Virginia may be granted to a candidate who is: a United States citizen or who holds a valid Permanent Resident Card, Employment Authorization Document (EAD), or work permit issued by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS); of good moral character; physically, mentally, and emotionally qualified to perform the duties to which assigned; and has attained the age of 18 years on or before October 1 of the year in which the certificate is issued. (W. Va. Code § 18A-3-2a.); and

11.11.bb.2. Conditions of Issuance. All candidates for initial licensure whose applications are received by the WVDE shall be fingerprinted by the West Virginia State Police or its designee. The fingerprints shall be analyzed by the State Police for a state criminal history record check through the central abuse registry record and then forwarded to the FBI for a national criminal history record check. Information contained in either the central abuse registry record or the FBI record may form the basis for the denial of a certificate for cause in accordance with W. Va. Code § 18A-3-2a and §18A-3-10; and must meet the following criteria:

11.11.bb.2.A. Degree. Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; and

11.11.bb.2.B. Specialized Training. Verify completion of eligible substitute training; and

11.11.bb.2.C. Experience. Verify service in the armed forces with at least four years of active or reserve experience; and

11.11.bb.2.D. Commitment. Submission of commitment verifying the candidate's agreement to complete the WVDE-approved pedagogy coursework for industry credentials; and

11.11.bb.2.E. Recommendation. Receive the recommendation of the West Virginia National Guard and the county superintendent where the candidate will be placed.

11.11.bb.3. Validity Period. The Initial Future Leader Certificate shall be valid for one year and shall expire on June 30 of the last year of its validity and may be renewed year to year for a total of three years.

11.11.bb.4. Future Leader Certificate Annual Renewal. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of completing the following criteria:

11.11.bb.4.A. Coursework. Verification by the designated official at the college/university or WVDE through which the WVDE-approved program is being completed that the candidate has completed a minimum of six semester hours or equivalent of the approved program; and

11.11.bb.4.B. Recommendation. Receive the recommendation of the West Virginia National Guard and the county superintendent where the candidate is placed.

11.11.cc. Future Leaders Program Authorization. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of satisfying the following:

11.11.cc.1. General Criteria. A certificate to work in the public schools of West Virginia may be granted to a candidate who is: a United States citizen or who holds a valid Permanent Resident Card, Employment Authorization Document (EAD), or work permit issued by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS); of good moral character; physically, mentally, and emotionally qualified to perform the duties to which assigned; and has attained the age of 18 years on or before October 1 of the year in which the certificate is issued (W. Va. Code § 18A-3-2a); and

11.11.cc.2. Conditions of Issuance. All candidates for initial licensure whose applications are received by the WVDE shall be fingerprinted by the West Virginia State Police or its designee. The fingerprints shall be analyzed by the State Police for a state criminal history record check through the central abuse registry record and then forwarded to the FBI for a national criminal history record check. Information contained in either the central abuse registry record or the FBI record may form the basis for the denial of a certificate for cause in accordance with W. Va. Code § 18A-3-2a and §18A-3-10; and must meet the following criteria:

11.11.cc.2.A. Degree. Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; and

11.11.cc.2.B. Specialized Training. Verify successful completion of six semester hours of an IHE's educational pedagogy program and 12 hours of WVDE-approved WVLearns coursework and the recommendation of the designated official at the IHE through which the program was completed; or a valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate; and

11.11.cc.2.C. Experience. Verify service in the armed forces with at least four years of active or reserve experience; and

11.11.cc.2.D. Recommendation. Receive the recommendation of the West Virginia National Guard and the county superintendent where the candidate is placed.

11.11.cc.3. Validity Period. The Future Leaders Program Authorization shall be valid for three years.

11.11.cc.4. Renewal of the Future Leaders Authorization. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of completing the following criteria:

11.11.cc.4.A. Six semester hours or two courses approved by the WVDE. The coursework must have been completed subsequent to the issuance of the certificate being renewed and within the three-year period immediately preceding the date of application; and

11.11.cc.4.B. Recommendation. Receive the recommendation of the West Virginia National Guard and the county superintendent where the candidate is placed.

11.11.dd. Permanent Future Leaders Authorization. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of completing the following criteria.

11.11.dd.1. Possession of a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; and

11.11.dd.2. Experience. Verify service in the armed forces with at least four years of active or reserve experience; and

11.11.dd.3. Coursework. Proof of completion of the 18 hour, WVDE-approved coursework; and

11.11.dd.4. Credentials. Evidence of having held the three year Future Leaders Program authorization twice for the full validity of the credential; and

11.11.dd.5. Completion of a minimum of five years of experience under the Future Leaders credential in a public school of West Virginia; and

11.11.dd.6. Recommendation of the West Virginia National Guard and the county superintendent where the candidate is placed.

11.11.ee. For issuance of a Permanent Authorization for Driver Education. The candidate must comply with the requirements of section 10 and have a valid West Virginia Professional Certificate that includes grades 9-12 or 9-Adult; have held a valid motor vehicle operator's license for the past five years without interruption; provide evidence of a satisfactory driving record by submitting a certified copy of the candidate's driving record from the DMV in each state where the candidate has been licensed during the past three years; has not accumulated nine or more points on the candidate's driving record from a DMV at any time during the past five years; has not been convicted of and/or had a DMV suspension or revocation of license, on a charge of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances, any other drugs or the combination thereof, or by clear and convincing evidence, including but not limited to, positive breath or blood test or field sobriety results, has not operated a motor vehicle under the influence of same; or

11.11.ee.1. An individual who already holds a valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate may add a permanent authorization in driver education provided the individual makes application and provides evidence of the following: has held a valid motor vehicle operator's license for the past five years; is in good health and free from impairments that would adversely affect the safety of pupils and the general public; has a satisfactory driving record confirmed and approved through the West Virginia Department of Public Safety and/or Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV); has not accumulated more than nine points on the individual's DMV record at any time during the past five years; has not been convicted and/or had a DMV suspension or revocation of license on a charge of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, controlled substance, any other drugs or the combination thereof and has not operated a motor vehicle while under the influence of same as established by a preponderance of evidence, such as positive breath or blood test, or field sobriety test, notwithstanding the lack of a conviction or DMV suspension or revocation; completes an orientation program approved by the WVDE; completes the approved WVDE WVLearns Driver Education Authorization coursework and orientation program; and completes a field driving component under the supervision of a certified driver's education teacher.

11.11.ff. Waivers are not applicable to section 11.11.ee.

11.11.gg. Temporary Authorization for Developmentally Delayed Special Education. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of the following: hold a valid Professional Teaching Certificate endorsed in an eligible area of Special Education and receive approval of WVDE Special Education Services; and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent. This authorization is valid for one year and may be renewed if the candidate continues to meet employment requirements and receives the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

11.11.hh. Middle School Mathematics Authorization. The candidate for licensure must submit evidence of the following: hold a valid Professional Teaching Certificate endorsed in Multi-subjects K-8, complete the WVDE-approved coursework, receive approval of the WVDE and receive the recommendation of the employing county superintendent. This authorization is valid for one year and may be renewed if the candidate continues to meet employment requirements and required WVDE-coursework, and WVDE approval, and receives the recommendation of the employing county superintendent.

W. Va. Code R. § 126-136-11