In order to comply with the Federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act, teachers must demonstrate that they are "Highly Qualified" according to their state's regulations.

Who meets California HQT requirements?

A teacher who:

• Holds a Bachelor's Degree
• Has a California Credential or Intern Certificate
• Has demonstrated Subject Matter Competence in every NCLB core academic subject area they teach

Who does NOT meet California HQT requirements?

• Teachers on an Emergency Permit
• Teachers on Waivers
• Teachers with Supplemental Authorizations (except when based on a major in subject taught)
• Teachers holding a Pre-Intern Certificate
• Teachers using an Employer Assignment Option (ex. Board Resolutions/Committee on Assignments)

What are the NCLB Core Academic Subject Areas?

• English
• Reading/Language Arts
• Mathematics
• Science
• Foreign Language
• Civics/Government
• Economics
• Arts
• History
• Geography