Common use of Competence Clause in Contracts

Competence. Defined as the ability to teach a subject or grade level (defined as elementary [K-6], middle [6-9], or high school [9-12]) based on recent teaching experience related to that subject or grade level within the last five years, or educational attainments, or both, but not based solely on being licensed to teach. Consistent with this definition of competence; however, so long as an employee is already licensed in a given area, subject, or endorsement area at the time that a layoff is declared, the District shall consider the willingness of the employee to pursue additional training and educational preparation equivalent to nine (9) credit hours in making a competence determination. The nine (9) credit hours are subject to mutual agreement.