As used in this subchapter:(1) 'Mentor' means an individual who meets the requirements established by the State Board of Education to support aspiring teachers who are participating in yearlong residencies; and(2) 'Teacher' means a: (A) Licensed classroom teacher who spends at least seventy percent (70%) of his or her contracted time working directly with students in a classroom setting teaching all grade-level or subject-matter appropriate classes;(B) School counselor;(C) Library media specialist; or(D) Aspiring teacher.Added by Act 2023, No. 237,§ 37, eff. 3/8/2023.
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