Teachers, Principals and School Personnel - As introduced, creates a pathway for a person to obtain an alternative instructional leader license for purposes of serving as a principal, an assistant principal, or an instructional supervisor. - Amends TCA Title 49, Chapter 5.

HB 1117 creates a new pathway for individuals to obtain an alternative license to serve as a principal, assistant principal, or instructional supervisor in Tennessee schools, without requiring prior teaching experience. It directly affects candidates with an advanced degree in education or human development, at least three years of leadership experience in public schools, charter schools, private schools, or postsecondary institutions, and a passing score on a required assessment. The license is valid for four years (non-renewable) and automatically qualifies holders for a full instructional leader license after four years, regardless of standard requirements. This policy change aims to expand leadership recruitment options while maintaining specific experience and assessment standards.