In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. “Collaborative” means an agreement outlining commitments of a partnership among: At least one local school system; At least one employee organization representing employees of a local school system in accordance with Title 6, Subtitle 4 or Subtitle 5 of this article; and At least one institution of higher education in the State; or An alternative partnership model formed in accordance with § 18–27A–04(e) or (f) of this subtitle. “Noncertified education support professional” means a public school employee who is not: A certificated employee designated as part of a bargaining unit under Title 6, Subtitle 4 of this article; A managerial employee; or A confidential employee. “Program” means the Grow Your Own Educators Grant Program established under this subtitle. “Provisional teacher” means an individual employed by a local school system through a provisional contract as a conditional teacher.