Yes. The Paraprofessional Bill was signed by the Governor on Oct. 29, 2021, and paraprofessionals in the following titles are now automatically members of TRS: Auxiliary Trainer; Bilingual Professional Assistant; Educational Assistant; Educational Associate; and Teacher Aide.
- The law applies to paraprofessionals hired on or after October 29, 2021, as well as paraprofessionals who are already working in one of the titles.
- Eligible paraprofessionals do not need to take any action; TRS will contact them about their membership.
- Paraprofessionals already in TRS are not affected by this bill since they are already enrolled.
- Substitute Paraprofessionals are not covered by this bill since they are members of BERS, not TRS.