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Career Ladder Resources

Over the summer of 2009, it was revealed that funding for Career Ladder for the 2009-10 school year is uncertain due to projected budget shortfalls. Career Ladder benefits students and teachers by providing compensation for academic activities that are performed beyond a teacher's contract. This site provides background about the program and resources for teachers, administrators and other supporters.

Click here to read MSTA's coverage about this topic.

Watch videos contributed by Career Ladder teachers on our YouTube Channel

Background Information

- Joplin Globe Editorial
- Nodler Career Ladder Press Release
- DESE’s Career Ladder annual report
- Letter From Rep. Allen Icet and Sen. Gary Nodler regarding Career Ladder
- MSTA's Podcast about Career Ladder featuring Sen. Gary Nodler
- Letter from President Pro Tem Charles Shields on Career Ladder
- Press Release from Rep. David Day about Career Ladder

Resources

- Letter from MSTA Executive Director, Kent King to all teachers in Career Ladder Districts
- Example Career Ladder communications letter
- Example Career Ladder postcard
- Watch videos contributed by Career Ladder teachers on our YouTube Channel