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ESEA changes requirements for Title I paraprofessionals

On January 8, 2002 President Bush signed the reauthorized Elementary and Secondary Education Act into law. ESEA is also being called "The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001."

There is a change in regulations under ESEA that impacts Title I paraprofessionals (teachers' aides).

The new law requires that not later than three years after enactment, all [Title I] teachers' aides must have:

1. Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education;
2. Obtained an associate's or higher degree; or
3. Met a rigorous standard of quality established at the local level, which includes an assessment of math, reading and writing.

Local associations representing Title I paraprofessionals are encouraged to work with their UniServ Directors to plan for bargaining the impact of this new requirement. At the state level, WEAC is examining delivery of training under the requirements and will keep you informed of clarifications and other developments.

Posted January 9, 2002