WAC 415-112-120. What is the definition of a "teacher"?

Only teachers are eligible to establish membership in TRS. (1) A teacher is a person who: (a) Is qualified to teach under WAC 415-112-015 (8); and is employed by a public school in an instructional, administrative, or supervisory capacity; or (b) Otherwise meets the criteria in RCW 41.32.010 (29). (2) For example, persons employed in the following positions are included in the definition of teacher: (a) Classroom teacher; (b) Superintendent and assistant superintendent; (c) Principal and assistant principal; (d) Educational staff associate (see WAC 415-112-122 ); (e) School librarian; (f) Program administrator; (g) School doctor. (3) For example, persons employed in the following positions are not included in the definition of teacher: (a) Custodian, bus driver, or cafeteria worker; (b) Library technician; (c) Administrative assistant or payroll clerk.