• Shall be employed for no more than 20 hours per week or full-time for no more than five consecutive months.
• Shall be subject to a criminal history check, to ensure that the person has not been convicted of any crime listed in G.S. 115C-332.
• Shall not be required to hold or apply for licensure as a teacher
• Must hold any industry certifications required for teachers who are licensed to teach in the same areas as identified in CTED_004 and any that are specific to a particular course as identified in the CTE Director's Guide to CTE Licensure.

Must meet any of the following criteria:

• Work experience and education for CTE Restricted licenses contained in State Board Policy CTED-004
• Have a current or have held a teaching license in the related program area of instruction;
• Be employed at a community college as faculty teaching a related subject

Must complete preservice training in all of the following areas prior to beginning instruction. Preservice training may be provided by the LEA or another institution approved by the LEA.

• The identification and education of children with disabilities.
• Positive management of student behavior.
• Effective communication for defusing and de-escalating disruptive or dangerous behavior.
• Safe and appropriate use of seclusion and restraint

• An individual who does not possess an associate or baccalaureate degree shall be deemed to meet the minimum criteria for employment as an adjunct instructor if the individual (i) can clearly demonstrate a minimum of six years in the last 10 years of professional experience in the relevant skill or trade and (ii) possesses a recognized industry credential or an active professional license that is required for each subject area or course.