EDUCATION – Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the career ladder.

This Idaho bill revises the career ladder system for public school staff, directly affecting teachers and support personnel in Idaho's public schools. It establishes clearer salary progression based on years of experience, professional endorsements, and performance criteria - requiring staff to meet specific performance benchmarks for 3 of the last 5 years to advance tiers. The bill also adds a $3,000 annual allocation for career technical education staff with occupational specialist certificates and provides adjusted placement for teachers with prior experience or industry background. School districts receive funding aligned with these revised tier placements, with performance criteria tied to salary increases.