Out-of-Endorsement Assignment
The Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB) is the new collector of out-of-endorsement assignment data per WAC 181-82-110(d). Previously this data was collected by the State Board of Education, but as a result of 2005 legislation (ESSB 5732) the PESB became the responsible policy board for educator preparation and certification, including the data collection and waivers for out-of-endorsement assignment.
The out-of-endorsement assignment data is important to the PESB and other educational organizations for several reasons.
- Shows Need. This data yields key information about the teaching areas and regions of the state that may need assistance and/or support in finding appropriately endorsed teachers.
- Directs Assistance and Resources. The PESB has developed alternative Pathways for teachers to add certificate endorsements and wishes to locate these pathway programs in areas with greatest need as well as provides funding through the Educator Retooling Program for shortage endorsements.
- Informs State Policy. The data also provides the PESB some evidence to reevaluate, update and change the rules related to state endorsement policy.
Memo 06-08 Out-of-Endorsement Reporting for 2007-2008
Chart: Do I Need to Request a Waiver?
Summary:
Out of Endorsement Data Summary for 2006-07
Out of Endorsement Data Summary for 2005-06
Forms:
Questions? Contact PESB staff, by phone at 360-725-6275 or email at PESB@k12.wa.us.
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