Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing standards for wages, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and child labor in employment
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act: Federal law prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law protecting rights of individuals with disabilities in employment and requiring reasonable accommodations
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Federal law providing eligible employees with unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons
Equal Pay Act: Federal law requiring equal pay for equal work regardless of gender
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA): Federal law protecting workers 40 and older from employment discrimination
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA): Federal education law governing K-12 public education policy and teacher qualifications
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA): Federal law ensuring services to children with disabilities and governing special education requirements
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA): Federal law protecting privacy of student education records and defining teacher responsibilities regarding student data
State Education Laws: State-specific regulations governing education systems, including teacher requirements and responsibilities
State Teacher Certification Requirements: State-specific qualifications and ongoing certification requirements for teaching professionals
State Labor Laws: State-specific employment regulations that may exceed federal requirements
State Tenure Laws: State-specific regulations governing teacher tenure and job security provisions
Collective Bargaining Agreements: Union-negotiated contracts specifying terms and conditions of employment for teachers
State Leave Laws: State-specific regulations regarding paid and unpaid leave entitlements
Teacher Code of Ethics: Professional standards and ethical guidelines for the teaching profession
Professional Development Requirements: Ongoing education and training requirements to maintain teaching credentials
Licensing Requirements: State-specific licensing standards and renewal procedures for teachers
Performance Evaluation Standards: Criteria and procedures for evaluating teacher performance and effectiveness
Academic Freedom Provisions: Guidelines protecting teachers' rights to exercise professional judgment in educational content and methods
Intellectual Property Rights: Regulations governing ownership of teaching materials and educational content created by teachers
Remote Teaching Policies: Guidelines for virtual instruction, online learning platforms, and distance education requirements
Technology Usage Policies: Rules governing use of school technology systems and digital resources
Student Safety Protocols: Requirements for maintaining student safety and appropriate teacher-student interactions
Mandatory Reporting Requirements: Legal obligations to report suspected abuse, neglect, or other harmful situations affecting students
