Common use of Additional Salary Clause in Contracts

Additional Salary. 1. The Base Salary of an employee shall be increased by $1,000 upon the completion of his/her second advanced degree in an education related field (master’s, specialist’s, or doctorate) or National Board Certification including those whose position does not require a teaching certificate. It is the responsibility of the teacher to notify the Superintendent and submit proof of their degree or certification 2 weeks prior to the first day of school or two weeks prior to the first day of the second semester. Acceptable proof of degree attainment includes a diploma, transcripts listing degree attainment, or an official letter stating the attainment of the degree from the degree granting institution. Official transcripts listing degree attainment or a diploma must be provided to the Superintendent during the semester the teacher received the initial increase. For teachers who submit their paperwork at the beginning of the second semester, this pay will be prorated. Each employee can only recognize one such increase during his/her employment with the Board. A Teacher who is recognized for such a degree at the time his/her initial Base Salary is determined shall be considered to have earned their second advanced degree increase.