1. A. Persons seeking licensure as a level 1 attendance coach pursuant to the provisions of this rule shall meet the following requirements:

   1. (1) possess a high school diploma or equivalency;
   2. (2) complete and satisfy background check procedures and requirements in accordance with Section 22-10A-5 NMSA 1978;
   3. (3) complete department-approved attendance coach professional development; and

   4. (4) possess at least two years of prior professional experience in one or more of the following areas:

      1. (a) corrections;
      2. (b) counseling;
      3. (c) criminal justice;
      4. (d) education;
      5. (e) guidance counseling;
      6. (f) juvenile justice;
      7. (g) law enforcement;
      8. (h) psychology;
      9. (i) public administration;
      10. (j) social work;
      11. (k) sociology; or
      12. (l) other closely related fields, as determined by the department.

2. B. In addition to satisfying the requirements of Subsection A of 6.63.17.8 NMAC, a person who seeks a level 1 attendance coach license shall meet one of the following requirements:

   1. (1) hold an associate’s degree from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university that includes at least 15 semester hours in non-remedial degree coursework; or
   2. (2) have completed 48 semester hours of academic credit awarded by a nationally or regionally accredited college or university that includes at least 15 semester hours in non-remedial coursework.

3. C. Persons holding a level 1 license may apply for a higher level of licensure at any time during the licensure period provided:

   1. (1) all requirements for the higher level of licensure are satisfied; and
   2. (2) the applicant provides certification from the superintendent or charter school administrator that the attendance coach has satisfactorily completed attendance coach duties on a form developed by the department.
4. D. Individuals holding a teaching license or other instructional support license shall be able to take a position as an attendance coach without seeking level 1 license.

[6.63.17.8 NMAC - N, 11/15/2018]