Florida scrambles to get retired teachers to return to combat shortage - Lemmy.World

Legislators in Florida are considering a bill that would help retired teachers return to the workforce. Senate Bill 1482 would eliminate the requirement for retired teachers and other school personnel who have taken part in the Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) to have been out of work for six months before starting new employment. DROP allows teachers to put their retirement benefits into a trust fund where it accrues interest while they continue working. However, those who have retired in Florida while using the scheme must wait six months if they decide they want to return to the classroom.