"SALT LAKE CITY — Whether teachers should earn their paychecks based on student test scores, popularity or their college degree and years of experience is drawing heated debate between lawmakers and educators.
Rep. Marie Poulson, D-Cottonwood Heights, is proposing a resolution that recommends guidelines for teacher performance pay plans.
'I want to ensure a quality teacher in every classroom,' she said.
Currently teachers are paid based on academic degrees, certification and years in the profession. Poulson, a former English teacher, says while experience should be rewarded, performance is also important.
The House Education Committee unanimously approved the resolution, which will now go to the House for debate. HJR3 includes promoting student achievement and making sure the merit pay plan is adequately funded.
Rep. Greg Hughes, R-Draper, said it's important to 'identify and reward people who are going above and beyond.'"
Rep. Marie Poulson, D-Cottonwood Heights, is proposing a resolution that recommends guidelines for teacher performance pay plans.'I want to ensure a quality teacher in every classroom,' she said.
Currently teachers are paid based on academic degrees, certification and years in the profession. Poulson, a former English teacher, says while experience should be rewarded, performance is also important.
The House Education Committee unanimously approved the resolution, which will now go to the House for debate. HJR3 includes promoting student achievement and making sure the merit pay plan is adequately funded.
Rep. Greg Hughes, R-Draper, said it's important to 'identify and reward people who are going above and beyond.'"