Illinois 2023-2024 Regular Session

Illinois House Bill HB5414

Introduced

2/9/24

Introduced

2/9/24

Refer

2/28/24

Refer

2/9/24

Refer

4/5/24

Refer

2/28/24

Refer

4/5/24

Refer

4/5/24

Caption

HIGHR ED-STUDENT TEACH STIPEND

Impact

Under this program, eligible students who are placed as student teachers may receive stipends up to $10,000 for one academic semester, with additional funding for direct operating costs. Moreover, the bill includes provisions for a smaller stipend of up to $1,500 per academic semester. Funding will be prioritized to support students based on financial need, ensuring that those pursuing credentials in high-need certification areas are adequately funded. The Board will also collaborate with educator preparation programs to ensure fair distribution and support for student teachers.

Summary

House Bill 5414, introduced by Rep. Laura Faver Dias, seeks to amend the Board of Higher Education Act by establishing a Student Teaching Stipend Program. This initiative aims to alleviate financial barriers for individuals entering the teaching profession while enhancing the student teaching experience. By providing financial support, the bill intends to prepare teaching candidates effectively for classroom responsibilities and improve retention rates among newly qualified teachers.

Contention

One significant point of contention surrounding HB5414 relates to funding sustainability. The reliance on state appropriations raises concerns about the program's longevity, as the available funds may fluctuate annually. Additionally, the requirement that no higher education institution can mandate unpaid student teaching positions addresses a critical concern about equity in access to teacher certifications. This caveat may lead to debates on how educational programs can balance financial constraints with the need to provide fair compensation for student teachers.

Latest IL HB5414 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IL HB1375

STUDENT TEACHING STIPEND

IL SB1878

STUDENT TEACHING STIPEND

IL SB717

Relating to stipends for student teachers.

IL HB05216

An Act Concerning Stipends For Student Teachers.

IL HB422

Teaching Resident Stipends

IL SB00869

An Act Providing Stipends For Student Teaching Experience.

IL SB0083

School aid: other; future educator student teacher stipend program; modify. Amends sec. 27c of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1627c).

IL HB260

Revise teacher stipends for national board certification

IL HB0204

Stipends for Future Educators Grant Program Amendments

IL HB1412

Teachers; directing stipends, rather than salary increases, be provided to teachers with certain certificates; effective date; emergency.

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