STAFF QUALIFICATIONS. Contractors must hire and employ staff who meet the qualifications for their position. If the best candidate for the position is not fully qualified, the contractor must ensure the newly hired staff person is on a Professional Development Plan (PDP) to fully meet the qualifications of their role within five years from date of hire. Contractors must monitor progress on all PDPs and ensure staff make yearly progress to meet the required qualifications. When a contractor requires additional qualifications, such as para-educator status, each staff person must also meet the qualifications for their ECEAP role. When a staff person fills more than one position, as defined by ECEAP Performance Standards, they must meet the qualifications for each position. Contractors must maintain documentation of staff qualifications for the positions described in this section of the Standards, such as copies of diplomas, transcripts, licenses, and certifications.
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