As used in this subchapter:
(1) “Educational setting” means the employment setting where the licensed employee works, including without limitation: A public or private school;
(2) An institution of higher education;
(3) An education service cooperative;
(4) The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education;
(5) An adult education setting; or
(6) Another agency or organization that employs licensed teachers for educational purposes;
(7) “Professional development” has the same meaning as the meaning given to the term under § 6-17-704; and
(8) “Teaching experience” means the experience gained while working in an educational setting as a teacher, librarian, counselor, administrator, educational consultant, substitute teacher, or other licensed employee.