* Disruptive behavior
* Drop out from school
* Personal or family problems or situations
* Recurring absenteeism
* Transition to or from residential programs
* Ongoing, persistent lack of attaining proficiency levels in literacy and mathematics
* Abuse: physical, mental, or sexual
* Frequent relocation of residency
* Homelessness
* Inadequate emotional support
* Mental/physical health problems
* Pregnancy
* Single parenting
* At least three years of recent teaching experience in appropriate content areas within grades K-12
* Knowledge of Arkansas Curriculum Framework
* Knowledge of current research and effective practices in standards-based curriculum, instruction, and assessment
* Experience in adult learning situations and in team problem solving
* A bachelor's degree (a master's degree would be preferred).
005.01.07 Ark. Code R. § 001