AB 2060CALIFORNIASession 20252026

California AB 2060 creates $3,000 stipends for experienced teachers who mentor student candidates

Original title: Experienced Mentor Teacher Stipend Program.

August 13, 2026

Education Teacher Training State Funding Professional Development ExperiencedMentorTeacherStipendProgram

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The Frame

What this does

This bill creates a new financial incentive for experienced educators to supervise student teachers, aiming to support the teacher pipeline by providing direct compensation for mentorship roles.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Experienced mentor teachers

They are eligible to receive a $3,000 stipend for mentoring student teachers.

Local educational agencies

They must manage the submission of mentor information and partner with preparation programs to provide professional support.

Commission on Teacher Credentialing

They are tasked with administering the new program and reporting on its progress to the Legislature.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

AB 2060 establishes the Experienced Mentor Teacher Stipend Program, which provides $3,000 payments to veteran teachers who mentor student teachers in approved preparation programs. The program requires to partner with s to recruit mentors and provide professional support, contingent on future legislative funding.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This bill creates a new financial incentive for experienced educators to supervise student teachers, aiming to support the teacher pipeline by providing direct compensation for mentorship roles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the $3,000 stipend?

Experienced mentor teachers who mentor student teacher candidates enrolled in commission-approved s.

Is the funding for this program guaranteed?

No, the establishment of the program is contingent upon the Legislature appropriating one-time funding.

What are the requirements for local educational agencies?

Agencies must partner with a to create a recruitment and selection process and provide professional learning and support activities for mentors.

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Connected Entities

organizationCommission on Teacher Credentialing“The state body responsible for administering the stipend program and setting tea”Map →

otherStudent Teacher Stipend Program“Existing program that supports student teachers, which this bill expands upon.”Map →

otherExperienced Mentor Teacher Stipend Program“The new program created by AB 2060 to compensate mentor teachers.”Map →

Sources

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